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Cinnamon Roll Protein Shake Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Cinnamon Roll Protein Shake is a delicious and nutritious beverage perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. Blending together vanilla protein powder, almond milk, frozen banana, and warm spices, this shake captures the comforting flavor of a cinnamon roll without the extra calories. It’s creamy, lightly sweetened, and packed with protein to fuel your day.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1/2 frozen banana
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tablespoon almond butter or cashew butter
  • 1/2 cup ice

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (for added sweetness)
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg
  • Dash of sea salt


Instructions

  1. Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the vanilla protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, almond or cashew butter, and ice into a high-speed blender.
  2. Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring all the ingredients are well combined without any lumps.
  3. Adjust Sweetness: Taste the shake and if desired, add maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness. For a more authentic cinnamon roll taste, include a pinch of ground nutmeg or a dash of sea salt and blend briefly again.
  4. Serve Immediately: Pour the shake into a glass and enjoy it right away for the best freshness and texture.

Notes

  • Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a swirl of Greek yogurt for a frosted effect.
  • This shake is excellent as a post-workout snack or a quick, energizing breakfast.
  • You can customize the milk to dairy or non-dairy options based on your preference.