Blueberry Almond Protein Smoothie
This Blueberry Almond Protein Smoothie is for you if you like smoothies that are creamy and nutty with a blast of fresh blueberries. It has a lot of protein, is thick, and tastes sweet on its own, so it’s a great drink for breakfast or after a workout.
It’s also really simple: just mix, pour, and enjoy!
Let’s do it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of milk (dairy or not)
- 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup of frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon of almond butter
- 1 tablespoon of sliced almonds
- ½ frozen banana (for natural sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ cup of ice cubes
For toppings (optional but tasty!):
- More blueberries
- Almonds cut into slices
- A drizzle of almond butter
Tools
- Blender
- Big glass
- Spoon for drizzling almond butter
Preparation
Step 1
Put milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen blueberries, frozen banana, almond butter, sliced almonds, vanilla essence, and ice cubes in a blender.
Step 2
Blend on high for 30 seconds, or until the mixture is thick and creamy.
Step 3
Pour the thick smoothie into a glass that is tall.
Step 4
Add more blueberries, a few sliced almonds, and a drizzle of almond butter over top.
Tips & Variations
- Use blueberries that have been frozen! They make the smoothie colder and thicker.
- Want it to be even creamier? Put in ½ cup of Greek yogurt.
- No dairy! Use milk made from almonds, oats, or coconuts.
- Want more sweetness? Add ½ tablespoon of maple syrup or honey.
- Want more crunch? Add some granola or chopped nuts on top.
- No protein powder? Add ½ cup of Greek yogurt to your diet to get more protein.
- Want a version without nuts? Use sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter.
- More fiber? Put in a teaspoon of chia or flaxseeds.
Storage & Serving
Enjoy it best while it’s fresh! If you make it ahead of time, keep it in the fridge for up to 24 hours and mix it before you drink it.
The End
That’s all there is to it! Your Blueberry Almond Protein Smoothie is ready to drink. Like a smoothie should be, it’s sweet, creamy, and full of healthy things. Give it a shot, snap a picture, and tell me how it went.Thanks! 🫐🥤✨