This banana protein shake is perfectly thick and creamy and it has the most delicious vanilla banana flavor. Best of all though, it has over 25 grams of protein and it's easily one of the best protein shakes I've ever made!
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The Best Banana Protein Shake
Protein shakes are an easy and delicious way to increase your protein intake for the day. And out of all the protein shake recipes I've created, this is easily one of my favorites.
This banana protein shake has a smooth, creamy texture with a deliciously sweet flavor. And the hints of vanilla and banana in each sip are just so delicious and so, so addictive.
Honestly, every time I make this protein shake, it's gone in minutes! I think I might like it even better than this weight loss protein shake that tastes like an Oreo - if you tried that shake, then you know this one has to be legit.
Why This Recipe Works
Easy to make. All you have to do is add everything to a blender. It's that simple!
Convenient. Since this banana protein shake takes 1 minute to make, you can whip up it up on your way out the door or whenever you're short on time.
Versatile. You can make this banana protein shake recipe for breakfast, a mid-day snack, a post-workout meal replacement, or even dessert.
Healthy. There are 25 grams of protein in this shake, and it's made with no added sugar.
Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this banana protein shake recipe, and those ingredients are:
- 1 large frozen banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk: coconut milk or any non dairy milk.
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder: whey protein powder or vegan protein powder.
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- Ice cubes, as desired
By the way, if you're picking up bananas from the store, grab extras so you can make this oatmeal banana bread next! Or you can make my green smoothie for weight loss!
How To Make A Banana Protein Shake
1. Combine the ingredients. Add the frozen bananas, almond milk, vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, and ice cubes to a high speed blender.
2. Blend the ingredients. Blend all of the ingredients together until they turn into a smooth protein shake mixture.
3. Serve. Pour this delicious banana protein into a tall glass, drink immediately, and enjoy!
Tips To Make The Best Recipe
- Add chia seeds, hemp seeds, Greek yogurt, or nut butter for extra protein.
- Try using chocolate protein powder for a richer flavor.
- Use half a cup of ice cubes for an even thicker texture.
- Try using half a banana and half a cup of frozen strawberries for a strawberry banana protein shake.
- Top the protein smoothie with whipped cream or chocolate chips.
FAQs About This Banana Protein Shake
How to make a banana protein shake taste better?
You can add in things like vanilla extract, peanut butter, caramel sauce, honey, maple syrup, or a sugar free sweetener - liquid allulose is my favorite to use.
Can I freeze a protein shake?
Yes, you definitely can freeze your leftover protein shake. The best way that I've found to freeze it is in an ice cube tray. The leftovers will last for up to 3 months if you store 'em like this. Then, when you're ready to eat your protein shake again you can add the ice cubes to a blender with some milk and blend everything until smooth.
How much protein is in a banana?
There is just over 1 gram of protein in a banana, so all of the protein in this shake comes from the protein powder of your choice.
What are the health benefits of bananas?
Bananas have a ton of health benefits like being rich in potassium and magnesium along with other nutrients, supporting digestive health, and being an excellent source of antioxidants.
More Protein Recipes
Banana Protein Shake
This banana protein shake is perfectly thick and creamy and it has the most delicious vanilla banana flavor. Best of all though, it has over 25 grams of protein and it's easily one of the best protein shakes I've ever made!
Ingredients
- 1 large frozen banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk: coconut milk or any non dairy milk.
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder: whey protein powder or vegan protein powder.
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- Ice cubes, as desired
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a food blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: 1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 235Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 28gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 27g
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