Vanilla Protein Powder Peach Shake
A creamy, high‑protein vanilla peach shake made with frozen peaches, banana, vanilla protein powder, and Greek yogurt. Tastes like a milkshake but works as a quick breakfast, post‑workout shake, or light dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen peach slices about 140 g; unsweetened
- 1 small ripe banana fresh or frozen
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder about 25–30 g; whey, pea, or blend
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 2% or whole milk preferred
- 3/4–1 cup milk of choice such as unsweetened almond milk or 2% dairy milk
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- fine sea salt pinch
- 1–2 tablespoons rolled oats optional, for fiber and thickness
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed optional, for healthy fats
- 2–3 ice cubes optional; use especially if fruit is fresh or for a thicker shake
- ground cinnamon or cardamom pinch, optional, for flavor
Instructions
- Pour 3/4–1 cup of your milk of choice into the blender jar. Starting with the liquid on the bottom helps the blades pull everything together and blend more easily.3/4–1 cup milk of choice
- Add the Greek yogurt, banana, and vanilla extract to the blender. This creates a creamy base before adding the frozen fruit.1 small ripe banana, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Add the frozen peach slices, vanilla protein powder, and a pinch of fine sea salt. If using rolled oats, chia seeds or ground flaxseed, and any spices like cinnamon or cardamom, add them now so they can blend smoothly.1 cup frozen peach slices, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, fine sea salt, 1–2 tablespoons rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed, ground cinnamon or cardamom
- Add 1–2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter shake, or if your peaches and protein powder are not very sweet. You can also blend first, taste, and then add sweetener if needed.1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
- Blend on low speed for 10–15 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 30–45 seconds, or until the shake is completely smooth and creamy with no peach chunks. If the shake is too thick, add a splash more milk. If it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes or extra frozen peaches and blend again.3/4–1 cup milk of choice, 2–3 ice cubes
- Taste the shake and adjust as needed: add more sweetener for sweetness, more frozen peaches for stronger peach flavor, or a bit more milk to thin. Blend again briefly after any adjustments.1 cup frozen peach slices, 3/4–1 cup milk of choice, 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
- Pour the vanilla protein powder peach shake into a chilled glass or travel tumbler. Serve immediately while thick and frosty. If desired, garnish with a peach slice or a sprinkle of cinnamon.ground cinnamon or cardamom
Notes
Recipe yields 1 large shake (16–18 oz) or 2 smaller servings. Use frozen fruit for the thickest, most milkshake-like texture. A small pinch of salt helps round out the flavors. For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk, plant-based yogurt, and a plant-based vanilla protein powder. For meal prep, assemble smoothie packs with fruit and dry add-ins in the freezer, then add milk, yogurt, and protein powder when ready to blend.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal
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