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How to Make a Protein Shake Recipe

How to Make a Protein Shake

Learn how to make a variety of delicious protein shakes perfect for any time of day. Customize with your favorite ingredients and enjoy a nutritious boost!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 shake
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vanilla Protein Shake
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 25g
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla or scraped vanilla bean
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed, optional
  • handful of ice
Coffee Protein Shake
  • 1/2 cup cold brew
  • 1/2 cup non-dairy milk oat or coconut milk for extra creaminess
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower rice or ice
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 25g, or chocolate protein powder
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 Tablespoon almond butter
Banana Protein Shake
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 25g
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or more milk
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed, optional
Chocolate Protein Shake
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder 25g
  • 1/2 Tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed, optional
  • handful of ice
  • coconut whipped cream for topping, optional
Vegan Berry Protein Shake
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 25g
  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries
  • handful of spinach optional
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1 Tablespoon cashew or almond butter
  • 1/2 T chia seeds or flaxseed, optional
  • ice if necessary
Peanut Butter Protein Shake
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 25g
  • 2 Tablespoons peanut butter or peanut butter powder, + more for drizzling
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • handful of ice if necessary

Equipment

  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Add all ingredients except any toppings to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust ice or ingredients if needed. Add toppings (if using) and enjoy!

Notes

These protein shakes are versatile and can be customized to fit your taste preferences. Experiment with different types of milk, protein powders, and add-ins like spinach or nut butters for variety.