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Horchata Protein Shake
Oats, cinnamon, vanilla, and almond milk give vanilla protein the flavor of horchata, the Mexican rice drink.
- 8 mintime
- 1serving
- 305calories
- 28 gprotein
Horchata is usually made from soaked rice, cinnamon, and sugar. Oats stand in for the rice here and blend in much faster. The result is a milky, cinnamon-forward drink that tastes lighter than most shakes.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 ¼ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ¼ cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 5 ice cubes
Method
- Add the almond milk and oats to the blender and let them stand for five minutes.
- Add the protein powder, cinnamon, maple syrup, vanilla, and ice.
- Blend for a full minute, until the oats are fully broken down.
- Pour through a fine strainer for a smoother, traditional texture.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 305 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 33 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk, tree nuts, gluten (oats or wheat).
Tips
- Longer soaking makes a smoother drink. Overnight is best.
- Dust cinnamon on top just before serving.
Swaps and variations
- Use plant protein for a vegan version.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg.
