Breakfast Whey Protein Smoothie
Power up your mornings with this creamy and nutritious Breakfast Whey Protein Smoothie, a perfect blend of energy and flavor to kickstart your day! Packed with a scoop of vanilla whey protein powder, almond milk, and the natural sweetness of a frozen banana, this protein smoothie is an excellent choice for busy mornings or post-workout fuel. A dollop of peanut butter and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon bring rich, comforting flavors, while rolled oats add fiber to keep you satisfied. Easily customizable with honey or maple syrup for a touch of sweetness, this quick and easy recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Blend, pour, and enjoy this wholesome smoothie that’s as delicious as it is nourishing! Perfect for high-protein breakfast ideas, healthy smoothies, or on-the-go meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Whey protein powder (vanilla flavor recommended)
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 medium Frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon Peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 2 tablespoons Rolled oats
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 3 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
Peel and slice the frozen banana into smaller chunks if necessary to make blending easier.
Add almond milk to a blender, followed by the whey protein powder and frozen banana chunks.
Add peanut butter, rolled oats, ground cinnamon, and ice cubes to the blender.
For additional sweetness, drizzle in honey or maple syrup if desired.
Blend on high speed for 30–60 seconds or until smooth and creamy. Pause and scrape the sides of the blender, if needed, to ensure everything is fully combined.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 292 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 881 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
