Indulge in the creamy, nutrient-packed delight of High Protein Badam Milk, a modern twist on the traditional Indian almond milk. This health-focused recipe combines the richness of raw almonds and almond milk with the added boost of whey protein powder, making it a perfect post-workout drink or a nutritious mid-day energizer. Infused with aromatic saffron and green cardamom, and sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, this drink strikes the ideal balance between flavor and health. Optional cocoa powder adds a hint of indulgent chocolatey goodness, while a garnish of chopped pistachios provides the perfect crunchy finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this high-protein beverage is a great way to combine cultural heritage with fitness goals. Serve it warm on cold days or chilled as a refreshing treat!
Soak the raw almonds in 240 ml of water overnight or for at least 6 hours.
Drain the soaked almonds and peel off their skins.
Grind the skinned almonds into a smooth paste using a blender or food processor, adding a little almond milk if necessary.
In a medium saucepan, add the almond paste and 500 ml of unsweetened almond milk.
Heat the mixture over a medium flame, stirring continuously to prevent burning, for about 3-4 minutes.
Add the saffron strands and lightly crushed cardamom pods to the almond milk mixture.
Let the mixture simmer for another 2-3 minutes on low heat until the flavors infuse well.
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before adding protein powder.
Add one scoop of whey protein powder and mix well until completely dissolved.
Sweeten with honey or maple syrup, and stir in the optional cocoa powder if using.
Pour the badam milk into glasses and garnish with chopped pistachios.
Serve warm or chilled, as desired.
Calories |
693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 37.9 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 370 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1165 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 889 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.