How to make protein milkshakes at home?
Blend milk or a plant milk with protein powder (or Greek yogurt), a frozen banana or other fruit, and ice. Add the liquid first, blend until smooth, and adjust thickness. Choose protein powders with a short ingredient list and check for third-party testing, since supplements are not all alike.
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How do you make a protein milkshake at home?
A basic protein shake needs a liquid, a protein source, something to thicken it and a flavor.
- Pour about a cup of cold milk, soy milk or other plant milk into the blender.
- Add a scoop of protein powder, or a few spoons of plain Greek yogurt or silken tofu.
- Add a frozen banana, berries or a spoon of nut butter for body.
- Add ice for a milkshake-like thickness and a flavor such as cocoa, vanilla or cinnamon.
- Blend until smooth and adjust with more liquid or ice.
Quantities depend on your product; follow the scoop size on the powder label.
Flavor ideas
- Chocolate peanut butter banana.
- Strawberry vanilla with yogurt.
- Coffee mocha with cocoa and cold coffee.
Choosing a protein powder
- Types include whey, casein, soy, pea and blends; plant and dairy-free options exist.
- Read the ingredient list for added sugar and sweeteners, and check allergens.
- Protein powders are supplements and quality varies by brand. Consider brands that publish third-party test results.
Whole-food options
Tufts University says whole foods like plain yogurt, nut butter and milk or soy milk are preferred to protein powders for protein in smoothies. You may not need a powder at all.
Who should ask first
Children, people who are pregnant, and anyone with kidney disease should ask a doctor or dietitian before using protein supplements; the NIDDK says protein needs for people with chronic kidney disease vary and a dietitian can help set them. This is general guidance, not medical advice.
People also ask
Can I make a protein shake without protein powder?
Yes. Use milk, soy milk, Greek yogurt, silken tofu or nut butter.
How do I make a protein shake thicker?
Use a frozen banana, ice, Greek yogurt or a spoon of oats or chia.
Are protein powders safe?
Quality varies by brand. Check ingredients, allergens and whether the maker publishes third-party testing, and ask a professional if you have a health condition.
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