This Blueberry Muffin Protein Shake is the perfect cure if you love blueberry muffins but want something healthy.
It’s creamy, naturally sweet, and full of oats, cinnamon, and protein, so it fills you up and tastes like a fresh-baked muffin.
Great for breakfast, after an exercise, or when you want something warm and tasty.
Let’s mix it up!
Ingredients
- ◯ 1 cup of milk (dairy or not)
- ◯ 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
- ◯ ½ cup of frozen blueberries
- ◯ ¼ cup of rolled oats
- ◯ ½ frozen banana (to provide natural sweetness)
- ◯ 1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon
- ◯ ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ◯ ½ cup of ice cubes
- ◯ Blueberries that are extra fresh (for topping)
- ◯ A little bit of cinnamon (for topping)
- ◯ A sprinkle of oats (for topping)
Equipment Needed
- Blender
- Big glass
- Spoon for putting cinnamon on top
How to do it
- Put the ingredients in the blender
Put milk, vanilla protein powder, blueberries, oats, a frozen banana, cinnamon, vanilla essence, and ice cubes in a blender. - Mix until smooth
Blend on high for 30 seconds, or until the mixture is thick and creamy. - Fill the Glass
Put the thick shake in a large glass. - Decorate and Serve
Add more blueberries, a few oats, and a dash of cinnamon on top.
Tips from the pros
- Use blueberries that have been frozen! They make the shake thicker and colder.
- Do you want it to be even creamier? Put in ½ cup of Greek yogurt.
- No dairy! You can use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- More fiber? Put in a spoonful of flax or chia seeds.
- Want more sweetness? Add 1/2 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
Changes and Substitutions
- No protein powder? To get more protein, eat 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt.
- Want a taste of nuts? Stir in a teaspoon of almond or peanut butter.
- Want more texture? Chop up some walnuts or almonds and add them.
Storing and using leftovers
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.
That’s all there is to it! Your Blueberry Muffin Protein Shake is ready to drink. Like a muffin in a glass, it’s sweet, creamy, and full of warm flavors. Give it a shot, snap a picture, and tell me how it went. Thanks! 🫐🥤✨