Vanilla Bean Protein Shake (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy vanilla-infused shake with almond milk, maple syrup, and protein for a refreshing boost.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Shake

01 - 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
02 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
03 - 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix
04 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or honey
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla bean paste
06 - 2 cups ice cubes

→ Optional Toppings

07 - Whipped cream for serving
08 - Pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg

# How to Make It:

01 - In a blender, combine almond milk, protein powder, pudding mix, maple syrup or honey, vanilla bean paste, and ice cubes.
02 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, approximately 30 to 45 seconds.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity to personal preference.
04 - Pour into two tall glasses.
05 - Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required
  • Packed with 18g of protein per serving to keep you satisfied
  • Tastes like a coffeehouse treat but with healthier ingredients
  • Easily customizable to fit dietary needs and taste preferences
  • Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or post-workout refueling
02 -
  • Use vanilla bean paste instead of extract for authentic coffeehouse flavor with visible vanilla specks
  • Freeze your almond milk in ice cube trays to prevent dilution while maintaining creaminess
  • Blend on high speed for at least 30 seconds to ensure the pudding mix fully dissolves
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving to keep the shake colder longer
  • Double the recipe and freeze extra portions in mason jars for grab-and-go convenience
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