Vanilla Cupcake Smoothie [Protein Shake Recipe for Weight Loss]
This smoothie recipe is one perfect way to flavor up your protein shakes. The use of unsweetened almond milk not only makes this recipe dairy and gluten-free, but it also lowers down the sugar level of this beverage. But don't worry, the natural sweetness from mangoes and pineapples covers it all!
Servings 1 serving
Calories 241kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup frozen mango
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in blender. Gently mix until the protein powder is covered with liquid.
- Blend everything until smooth. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add a dab of raw honey to sweeten up your smoothie.
- You may also add a tablespoon of chia or flaxseeds to amp up some fiber.
- If your fruits aren’t frozen, simply add ice to thicken up your smoothie. Otherwise, if it’s too thick, you may add up some water or a little bit more milk.
- For the vegan/vegetarian version, replace protein powder with a vegan one.
Nutrition
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 404mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 893IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 465mg | Iron: 1mg