This Cake Batter Protein Shake is for you if you like sweet, creamy shakes that taste like birthday cake and have a lot of protein.
It tastes like vanilla cake, but it’s thick, smooth, and doesn’t have a lot of sugar.
Great for breakfast, after a workout, or when you just want a fun treat that you know is beneficial for you.
Let’s blend up some birthday vibes!
Equipment Needed
- Mixing machine
- Big glass
- Spoon for sprinkling
Ingredients
- 1 cup of milk, either dairy or non-dairy
- 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
- ½ frozen banana (for more creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon of almond flour or oat flour (to give the dough that cake-like texture)
- ½ teaspoon of butter extract (the secret to real cake flavor!)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp sugar-free vanilla pudding mix (optional, but makes it extra thick!)
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon of rainbow sprinkles (for fun! 🎉)
Toppings:
- Cream that has been whipped
- More rainbow sprinkles
Step 1: Rim the Glass (Optional but Fun!)
Dip the rim of the glass in water, then coat it with rainbow sprinkles.
Step 2: Add Ingredients to Blender
In a blender, add milk, vanilla protein powder, banana, almond flour, butter extract, vanilla extract, vanilla pudding mix, and ice cubes.
Step 3: Blend Until Smooth
Blend on high for 30 seconds, or until the mixture is thick and creamy.
Step 4: Put it in a glass
Put the thick shake in the glass you made.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Add whipped cream and more rainbow sprinkles on top!
Tips & Variations
- Use a frozen banana! It makes the shake much thicker and creamier.
- Want it even thicker? Add more ice or ½ cup of Greek yogurt.
- Make it dairy-free! Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- No butter extract? For richness, add a small amount of melted butter or coconut oil.
- More protein? Add a spoonful of cottage cheese—it blends perfectly!
- No protein powder? Instead, use ½ cup of Greek yogurt.
- Want it to be sweeter? Put in ½ tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
- Extra indulgent? Add ½ tablespoon of white chocolate chips and mix them in.
Storage
Best enjoyed fresh! If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.
Enjoy!
That’s all there is to it! Your Cake Batter Protein Shake is ready to drink. It tastes like birthday cake and is sweet and creamy. Plus, it gives you a burst of protein. Give it a shot, snap a picture, and tell me how it went. Cheers! 🎂🥤✨