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Vanilla Almond Protein Shake
Almond extract and vanilla protein give a plain shake a marzipan-like flavor with almost no extra calories.
- 5 mintime
- 1serving
- 270calories
- 28 gprotein
A few drops of almond extract change a vanilla shake completely. The flavor is closer to marzipan or an amaretti cookie. Almond milk and chopped almonds back it up.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 ¼ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ¼ tsp almond extract
- 1 tbsp chopped almonds
- ½ medium frozen banana
- 3 ice cubes
Method
- Add the almond milk, protein powder, extract, and half the almonds to the blender.
- Add the frozen banana and ice.
- Blend until smooth, about 40 seconds.
- Top with the rest of the chopped almonds.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 270 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 9 g |
| Fat | 9 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.
Tips
- Almond extract is strong. A quarter teaspoon is plenty.
- Toast the almonds in a dry pan for two minutes for more flavor.
Swaps and variations
- Use a plant protein and a date for a vegan version.
- Add a drop of cherry extract for a cherry-almond flavor.
