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Banana Protein Shake served in a glass with banana placed nearby.

Banana Protein Shake

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Savor the creamy delight of our Banana Protein Shake—a wholesome blend of banana, protein powder, and milk. Ready in under five minutes, it's perfect for weight loss, muscle gain, and as a nutritious breakfast, post-workout boost, or quick snack.
Course Shakes
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 cup
Calories 179
Author Sangeetha Vel

Ingredients

  • 2 Banana frozen
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 3 Ice Cubes or as needed
  • 2 tsp Protein Powder
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Instructions

Making Banana Protein Shake

  • Start by adding milk, ice cubes, frozen banana, and protein powder to your blender jar. For an extra cold and thick shake, consider using pre-frozen banana slices and reducing the amount of added ice cubes.
    Adding banana and other ingredients to the blender.
  • Secure the lid tightly to prevent any spills, and blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If your blender has a pulse function, you can use it intermittently to ensure all ingredients are evenly blended.
    Blending all the ingredients in the blender.
  • Once blended to perfection, pour the rich and creamy milkshake into a serving glass. For an added touch, garnish with a slice of banana or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.
    Pouring banana protein shake into the glass.

Serving

  • Enjoy this Healthy Banana Protein Shake as a nourishing start to your day or as a refreshing post-workout drink.
    banana protein shake is served.

Notes

To customize your Banana Protein Shake, explore our helpful tips below.
  • Dairy Alternatives: While I typically use full-fat milk, don't hesitate to try vegan alternatives like almond, oat, cashew, or coconut milk to add a unique twist to your shake.
  • Sweetness: The natural sweetness from ripe bananas usually does the trick, especially if your protein powder already includes sugar. To maintain the health benefits and avoid unwanted blood sugar spikes, be cautious with added sugars.
  • Protein Choices: My favorite is plant-based vanilla flavored protein powder, but feel free to choose any type that meets your taste and dietary needs.
  • Protein Power-Up: If you're out of protein powder or prefer a natural protein source, try adding nuts like cashews or almonds, and seeds such as hemp, chia, or flaxseeds. This not only serves as a great substitute for protein powder but also boosts the protein content of your drink.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 66mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 21g

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