Vanilla Bean Protein Shake (Printable)

Smooth vanilla shake with protein and natural flavors, perfect for a quick energizing boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shake Base

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes like a treat but packs 18 grams of protein per serving, so you actually feel satisfied.
  • No coffee shop line or sticker shock, just five minutes between you and something genuinely delicious.
  • The vanilla bean paste creates that authentic cafe flavor that regular extract just can't quite nail.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on the vanilla bean paste thinking extract will do the same job—they're completely different and extract makes this taste thin and artificial instead of bakery-rich.
  • The pudding mix isn't optional flavoring; it's literally what transforms a protein shake into something that tastes like the real thing.
03 -
  • Blend the dry ingredients with the milk first and let it sit for ten seconds before adding ice; this prevents the pudding mix from clumping and ensures smooth creaminess throughout.
  • Use frozen vanilla bean paste from the freezer if you want an even colder shake that stays frozen longer without getting watery from melting ice.
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