Healthy High Protein Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie

This healthy high protein strawberry cottage cheese smoothie is one of the most delicious and satisfying drinks you can make! Plus, it's ready in literally 5 minutes, and you only need 4 ingredients to make it. So, if you're looking for a quick, easy, and delicious smoothie recipe, look no further! This one is sure to be a hit with your taste buds.

My Take on Cottage Cheese Smoothie

Everyone in my house has been loving this classic high fiber smoothie recipe, but this new cottage cheese smoothie recipe may take the cake.

But don't worry - even if you aren't a fan of cottage cheese, this healthy fruit smoothie recipe is guaranteed to get you hooked.

The cottage cheese is blended with almond milk for a velvety smooth consistency, creating the perfect amount of creaminess with a mild, milky flavor to complement the juicy strawberries and sweet bananas. That means no lumps, no clumps, and nothing but thick, refreshing goodness. 

This recipe tastes like something you could get from a smoothie bar, but it's even better because it has a fraction of the calories and no refined sugars or additives.

Also, I'm not gonna lie; it's one of my favorite ways to get my kids to help in the kitchen since smoothies are quick, healthy, and (mostly) mess-free.

Not to mention, since it has 21 grams of protein, it's a fantastic way to get more protein into your day without needing any protein powder to do it.

That means you can serve this cottage cheese smoothie as a nutritious treat your kids are guaranteed to love. Personally, I like to enjoy this smoothie with some high-protein overnight oats for a fueling start to my day or as a delicious postworkout smoothie when I'm on the go. 

No matter how you serve it, everyone is guaranteed to fall in love with this smoothie!

Joe Tip (Like A "Pro Tip" But Better)

You can turn this high protein smoothie into a delicious smoothie bowl. The trick is to use all frozen fruit, such as a frozen banana and frozen strawberries, for a thicker and more scoopable consistency.

Of course, you can also use any kind of fruit you like, though I definitely suggest keeping the banana as it contributes a lot to the creamy texture of this smoothie. 

You can also customize this recipe with your favorite smoothie mix-ins! I sometimes like to add a scoop of protein powder for a bigger energy boost or a spoonful of chia seeds for more fiber. Then, I like to finish the bowl with some low sugar chocolate chips, some shredded coconut, and some dry oatmeal.

Ingredients

So, here are all the ingredients you'll need to make this cottage cheese smoothie:

• 1 ½ cup frozen strawberries
• ½ banana
• ¾ cup cottage cheese
• ¾ cup almond milk

Pretty common stuff, right?

By the way, both low fat and full fat cottage cheese will work in this recipe. Depending on your taste preferences, you can use small curd for a tangier flavor or large curd for a milder one.

How to Make a Cottage Cheese Smoothie

This cottage cheese smoothie is so easy to make, it's hardly a recipe at all. All you have to do is blend everything together, then adjust the sweetness and consistency as needed before serving.

It's as simple as that!

It literally takes just 5 minutes to make this strawberry cottage cheese smoothie, and you can easily double or triple the recipe with virtually no changes to the prep time.

So without further ado, let's get right into the recipe steps!

Step One: Blend

Add the strawberries, banana, cottage cheese, and almond milk to a blender and blend until smooth and well combined.

Step Two: Adjust & Serve

If you like your smoothies thinner, add almond milk a little bit at a time until you reach your desired consistency. If you want them thicker, incorporate a few extra slices of banana or more frozen strawberries.

Taste and adjust as needed. The fresh fruit typically adds enough natural sweetness, but you can also stir in a little maple syrup if you want it sweeter.

Finally, pour the cottage cheese smoothie into three glasses and enjoy!

How to Store Cottage Cheese Smoothie

This cottage cheese smoothie can be made up to 2 days ahead when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

If you want to keep it for even longer, a great hack is to make the smoothie as instructed, then pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze. From there, you can keep it frozen in the tray or pop out the frozen smoothie cubes and transfer them to a freezer-safe container. It'll stay good frozen for up to 3 months.

Then, just pop your smoothie cubes into a blender and blend with a little liquid - such as unsweetened vanilla almond milk - for an instant cottage cheese smoothie!

FAQs About This Cottage Cheese Smoothie Recipe

Is eating cottage cheese with mixed fruit good for you?

Eating cottage cheese with frozen or fresh fruit is a great way to get the health benefits of both foods in one go. Fruit is packed with fiber, while cottage cheese is a great source of protein, and, combined, they can form a more well-rounded range of vitamins and minerals.

Can you use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese?

Although this is a cottage cheese smoothie recipe, you can also substitute cottage cheese with Greek yogurt in a pinch. They have similar health benefits and a thick, creamy texture that's ideal for making smoothies.

Final Thoughts

Well, that's how to make the best cottage cheese smoothie!

Cottage cheese might not be the first thing you think of to add to a smoothie, but once you try this recipe there's no going back! The taste, texture, and benefits of the cottage cheese here is truly unmatched, with the creaminess of yogurt, the mild flavor of whole milk, and almost as much protein as a scoop of protein powder.

Not to mention, this smoothie is a huge hit with anyone who tries it. It's especially popular with the kids and it's a great way to introduce more protein and fresh fruit into their diet while keeping their sweet tooth happy.

So, with all that being said, I hope you enjoy this easy cottage cheese smoothie as much as I do!

As always, if you make it, be sure to rate and review the recipe, plus leave a comment below to let me know how it went. I'd love to hear your thoughts!

More Cottage Cheese Recipes

If you want even more recipes that star cottage cheese, there are tons of great options on the blog you can check out!

Here are some of my most popular cottage cheese recipes:

• Cottage cheese pancakes
• Cottage cheese bread
• Cottage cheese bagels
• Cottage cheese brownies
• Cottage cheese quiche
• Cottage cheese ranch dip
• Cottage cheese scrambled eggs

And for more great recipes, you can follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube! I post new content on there all of the time.