Description
Unlock a delicious, nutrient-packed secret weapon for your busy days with this incredibly satisfying salted caramel protein smoothie. It’s perfectly creamy, sweet, and salty, delivering sustained energy and flavor in every sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1–2 Medjool dates, pitted (or 1 tbsp maple syrup)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt (start with 1/8 tsp)
- 1 medium frozen banana, sliced
- Optional Boosters: 1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tbsp collagen peptides, handful of spinach
Instructions
- Step 1: Layer Liquids First. Pour the milk into your high-speed blender.
- Step 2: Add Dry and Soft Ingredients. Add the protein powder, pitted dates (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and sea salt to the blender.
- Step 3: Introduce Frozen Banana. Add the sliced frozen banana and any optional boosters of your choice.
- Step 4: Blend Until Smooth. Secure the lid and blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until the smoothie is completely smooth and creamy. If too thick, add a tiny splash more milk.
- Step 5: Taste and Adjust. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or saltiness as desired. Blend for a few more seconds if any adjustments are made.
- Step 6: Serve Immediately. Pour into a glass and enjoy your delicious salted caramel protein smoothie!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes