High Protein Smoothie (Printable)

Creamy high-protein smoothie with banana, Greek yogurt and nut butter — quick energizing breakfast or post-workout boost.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
02 - 1 medium banana, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, nonfat or low-fat

→ Protein

04 - 1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder, whey or plant-based

→ Add-ins

05 - 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter or almond butter
06 - 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional, to taste
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
09 - 4 to 6 ice cubes

# Steps:

01 - Pour unsweetened almond milk into the blender. Add the sliced banana, Greek yogurt, and protein powder.
02 - Incorporate the peanut or almond butter, frozen mixed berries, honey or maple syrup if using, ground cinnamon, and ice cubes.
03 - Blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds, ensuring a smooth and creamy consistency.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness as needed by adding more honey or maple syrup, if desired.
05 - Pour the smoothie into two serving glasses and serve without delay for optimal freshness.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The thick, creamy texture feels indulgent, but it’s secretly loaded with protein and nutrients.
  • No complicated steps—just blend, pour, and you’re on your way in five minutes flat.
02 -
  • If you overload the blender with ice, the smoothie turns slushy and loses its creamy charm.
  • Letting the smoothie sit too long after blending will make it thin, so serve immediately for best results.
03 -
  • Using frozen bananas instead of fresh makes the smoothie extra thick and icy.
  • A splash of vanilla extract will bring everything together with almost no effort.

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