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Experience this protein-packed smoothie’s perfect blend of creamy vanilla and tangy raspberries! Protein powder, frozen bananas, almond milk, almond butter, and fresh raspberries are a tasty and healthy way to start your day or refuel after a workout. Quick to make and incredibly satisfying, this smoothie will become your new favorite treat!

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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.

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Why You’ll Love This Vanilla Raspberry Protein Smoothie

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:

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.
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!

Ingredients You’ll Need and Recipes Tips and Tricks

1 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!
1 cup 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.
2 scoops 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.
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon 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 Prepare Vanilla Raspberry Smoothie

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!

Quick Tip!

Before blending, ensure that your frozen banana is broken into smaller chunks to make blending easier and smoother.

Can you save a leftover smoothie?

If you have any leftover smoothie, you can pour it into an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just shake it or stir it before enjoying it again.

Conclusion

In short, making protein smoothies at home is easy and fun! With tips on ingredients and preparation, you can whip up tasty and nutritious drinks anytime. Whether for a quick breakfast, post-workout refuel, or a refreshing snack, homemade smoothies offer convenience, nutrition, and endless flavor possibilities.

So, get your blender ready and start making this delicious creamy raspberry vanilla protein smoothie!

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