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Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie - A Creamy, Energizing Blend

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup frozen strawberries (or fresh, with a few ice cubes)
  • 1 medium ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey, pea, or your favorite)
  • 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or soy)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla; use dairy-free yogurt if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew; optional for extra creaminess and calories)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, enhances flavor)
  • Pinch of salt (optional, balances sweetness)
  • Ice (a handful, only if using mostly fresh fruit and you want it colder or thicker)

Method
 

  1. Add liquids first. Pour the milk into the blender. Liquids at the bottom help the blades pull everything together.
  2. Layer in soft ingredients. Add the banana, yogurt, and any nut butter or vanilla extract.
  3. Add the protein and fruit. Sprinkle in the protein powder, then add the strawberries on top. This helps prevent clumping.
  4. Blend until smooth. Start on low, then increase to high for 30–45 seconds. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk; if it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes or more frozen fruit.
  5. Taste and adjust. Add honey or maple syrup if you want it sweeter, or a pinch of salt to sharpen the flavor.
  6. Serve immediately. Pour into a chilled glass or a to-go bottle and enjoy while cold.