Description
A delicious and creamy salted caramel protein shake, perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons salted caramel sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (optional)
- 1 banana (fresh or frozen)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- Ice cubes (optional for thickness)
Instructions
- Collect all the ingredients and have them ready for blending.
- Pour the unsweetened almond milk into your blender first to prevent any sticking.
- Scoop in the vanilla protein powder.
- Add the salted caramel sauce and peanut butter, if using.
- Peel and add the banana to enhance the texture and sweetness.
- Pour in the vanilla extract and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt for that unique flavor contrast.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
- If desired, add ice cubes and blend again for a thicker consistency.
- Taste the shake and adjust sweetness or saltiness as needed. Blend again if you make adjustments.
- Pour the shake into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- This shake is best served fresh, but you can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg