Caramel Protein Shake
Indulge in the creamy, sweet goodness of a Caramel Protein Shake—a quick and nutritious pick-me-up that blends indulgent flavor with health-conscious ingredients. This protein-packed drink features vanilla whey protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, and frozen banana for a dreamy, smooth consistency, while rich caramel sauce and a pinch of sea salt create a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Easy to whip up in under 5 minutes, this refreshing shake is naturally sweetened and thickened with ice cubes, with a touch of vanilla extract to round out the flavor. Perfect as a post-workout recovery drink or a guilt-free treat, this single-serving recipe can be topped with whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch. Optimize your mornings or fuel your afternoons with this irresistibly tasty caramel protein shake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 5 cubes ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 dollop optional whipped cream
Instructions
Place the scoop of vanilla whey protein powder in the blender.
Add 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk to the blender.
Add 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce to give the shake a rich caramel flavor.
Peel and add the frozen banana to the blender for natural sweetness and a creamy texture.
Include 5 ice cubes to cool and thicken the shake.
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance the vanilla base of the shake.
Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt to balance and enhance the caramel flavor.
Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed for about 30 to 45 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
If desired, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream on top before serving.
Pour the caramel protein shake into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 511 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 582 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 651 mg | 14% | |
*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.
