Creamy Vanilla Raspberry Protein Smoothie 

Raspberry protein smoothie with creamy vanilla, almond butter, and fresh fruit-packed with protein and ready in minutes! A tasty, healthy way to start your day or recharge after a workout.

I'm a huge fan of smoothies! Nothing beats blending fruits with nutritious milk or alternatives during snack time and adding plant-based vanilla protein powder. 

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RASPBERRY PROTEIN SHAKE

Lots of folks buy ready-made smoothies from stores or smoothie spots. If this is your preference, I'd go for freshly made ones from a smoothie spot rather than packaged ones from the store.

But honestly, nothing beats making your own at home. It's much cheaper, and you have complete control over what goes in. Here are some reasons why you should make your smoothie at home:

Mixing a frozen banana, almond milk, and almond butter gives you a really smooth and creamy texture. It's super refreshing and tastes really good!

This recipe is super quick and perfect for rushed mornings or whenever you want a healthy snack fast. Just blend everything, and you're good to go!

You can treat yourself to the rich flavor of chocolate, made even more delicious with cocoa powder. It feels like dessert but is full of good stuff for your body.

This smoothie has vanilla-flavored plant-based protein powder, giving you a big protein kick. It gives your body energy and helps your muscles recover after exercising.

RASPBERRY PROTEIN SMOOTHIE Ingredients

• Frozen banana: Lately, I've been prepping bananas for smoothies, and it's been a game-changer for meal prep. Grab around 7 bananas, peel and cut them in half, then pop them into a freezer bag and stash them in the freezer. This way, you'll have a week's worth of frozen bananas ready for your smoothies!
• Almond milk, preferably unsweetened. If you're dairy-free or prefer alternative milk, almond milk is tasty. However, regular milk works, too, if you like it.
• Vanilla-flavored plant-based protein powder: I like using VEGA Protein Powder with 15 grams of protein. However, I recently found a better deal at Costco for the Orgain Protein Powder with 21 grams of protein, which is more affordable. They are both plant-based and have pea protein as a base. 
• Unsweetened cocoa powder
• Almond butter: you can also opt for peanut butter. 
• I usually use 5-6 fresh raspberries but feel free to adjust the amount to your liking.
• I omit added sugar because the protein powder already has some and bananas and raspberries are naturally sweet.

How to Make RASPBERRY PROTEIN SHAKE

• Add the frozen banana chunks, almond milk, vanilla-flavored plant-based protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, and almond butter in a blender.
• Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
• Add the fresh raspberries to the blender.
• Pulse a few times until the raspberries are partially blended, leaving some chunks for texture. 
• If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk and blend until the desired consistency is reached.
• If it's too thin, add ice cubes or frozen banana chunks and blend until smooth.
• Pour the chocolate raspberry protein smoothie into glasses.
• Optionally, garnish with a few extra fresh raspberries on top.
• Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious and nutritious smoothie as a satisfying breakfast, post-workout refuel, or anytime snack!

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Pour into a tall glass and top with a few fresh raspberries or a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra texture.
• Serve with a slice of whole-grain toast or a hard-boiled egg for a balanced breakfast.
• Pour into a to-go cup and enjoy it as a post-workout snack.
• For kids, serve in a fun cup with a straw to make it more appealing.
• Freeze leftovers in popsicle molds for a healthy frozen treat!

STORAGE SUGGESTIONS

• Store any leftover smoothie in an airtight container or jar with a lid in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
• Give it a good shake or stir before drinking, as separation is natural.
• For longer storage, pour the smoothie into ice cube trays and freeze. Blend the cubes later for a quick smoothie.
• You can also freeze it in a popsicle mold for a fun, healthy treat!

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