7 Ways To Use your Protein Smoothies

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Do you know how to use your protein smoothies to boost your diet? If your plan this year is to lose weight or gain muscle mass, you know that protein is essential. It would help if you incorporated it into your daily diet but this does not have to be a sacrifice. Keep reading and you will learn delicious methods to increase your protein intake. With these highly easy recipes, you will learn how to use your protein smoothies to reach your goal. Also, you will have more energy, you will reduce cravings and you will cover the protein requirements you need.

7 Recipes To Use your Protein Smoothies

Pancakes made of banana protein smoothie

Are you a lover of pancakes but also like protein shakes? This recipe combines both and is easy to prepare. You can enjoy the texture of a pancake and the taste of protein shakes at the same time. In this recipe, we have used a banana and banana protein but you can use another flavor of protein and fruit.

Pancakes banana protein smoothie

You will need:

  • 2 scoops of Banana Protein Smoothie
  • 1/3 cup Coconut milk
  • Few Berries to top
  • 2 Eggs separated
  • 1 tsp Coconut oil
  • 1/2 Gluten free oats
  • 1 Banana

How to prepare it: 

  • Whipped egg white
  • You should blend all ingredients, except the egg white. 
  • After blending all ingredients, add the egg white.
  • Add a small bit of oil to the pan.
  • Add a tablespoon of the mix at a time. Cook the first side until it turns golden brown before flipping it over to cook the second side.
  • Add berries with a drizzle of coconut nectar.
  • Serve and add some topping if you prefer.

Smoothie Bowl with Chocolate and Peanut Butter with Caramelized Banana

We are simply in love with this awesome protein-packed recipe. It is delicious. The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is one of the best out there. And when you have bananas in the mix it becomes an explosion of flavor and nutrition.

Smoothie Bowl with Chocolate and Peanut Butter

You will need:

  • 1 Banana sliced & frozen
  • 1 tsp Coconut sugar
  • 1 cup Coconut or almond milk
  • 2 Pitted dates
  • 1 1/2 tsp coconut oil
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 34 grams of Protein (Chocolate flavor)
  • 1 tsp vanilla paste
  • 1 tbsp smooth peanut butter
  • 1 Banana (caramelized option)

Toppings to add:

  • Berries
  • Dark chocolate
  • Peanut butter

How to prepare it: 

  • Make your caramelized banana first. In a skillet, heat the oil until melted and hot. After properly distributing the oil throughout the pan, sprinkle a little sugar over each banana slice. Turn upside down and cook for a few minutes or until caramelized. Then flip it over and cook on the other side. Set aside.
  • Make your smoothie by blending all the ingredients until completely smooth. The amount of milk to add depends on the desired consistency. Many prefer them thick, while others prefer more liquid.
  • Pour the smoothie into two bowls, then top with your favorite toppings and caramelized bananas. 

Smoothie made with banana, spinach, avocado, and coconut cream

At any time of the day, you can make this quick shake packed with protein and fiber. Thanks to the vegetables and blueberries that it includes, you can provide an extra touch of antioxidants to your body. Learn to prepare it.

Smoothie made with banana, spinach, avocado

You will need:

  • 1 scoop Banana Protein Smoothie
  • 1/3 Avocado
  • sprinkle Cacao nibs & buckwheat
  • 10 Blueberries
  • 100 ml Tinned coconut milk
  • 100 g Spinach

How to prepare it: 

  • Wash berries, spinach, and avocados.
  • To add richness, use the thick milk from the coconut tin.
  • Blend the banana protein smoothie with the avocado, spinach, coconut, and other ingredients until smooth.
  • Pour into a bowl, then decorate with your preferred berries and sprinkles.

Smoothie with strawberries and bananas

This smoothie is simply delicious. If you are looking for a hydration bomb, this is your best option. The hydrating electrolytes in this shake will give you the energy you need to face your day.

Smoothie with strawberries and bananas

You will need:

  • 1 Banana
  • 115 ml Almond milk
  • 1 scoop of whey protein
  • 115 ml Coconut water
  • 1 cup Strawberries
  • 1 cup Ice

How to prepare it: 

  • Put all ingredients together in a blender until they are smooth and creamy.
  • Pour and savor.

Protein Smoothie and chocolate protein balls

This combination is a wonderful treat that is also incredibly nutritious. Chocolate balls are portable snacks that you can take and eat anywhere. The addition of the chocolate protein shake makes it the ideal pre-workout protein snack. This recipe can be prepared in a few minutes and does not require cooking. So encourage yourself to prepare them.

Protein Smoothie and chocolate protein balls

You will need:

  • Oats
  • Cashews
  • Chocolate Protein Smoothie
  • Dates
  • Almond Butter
  • Cacao nibs
  • Ground Almonds
  • Coconut Oil
  • Freeze Dried Raspberries

How to prepare it:

  • Grind cashews and oats together.
  • Combine the mixture after adding the dates, protein smoothie, and cacao nibs.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and 2 teaspoons of almond butter.
  • Stir in the mixture with the almond butter and coconut oil.
  • To add thickness to the mixture, add ground almonds.
  • Add the dried raspberries.
  • Refrigerate for five minutes to slightly cool.
  • Remove from refrigerator and form into balls.
  • Keep chilled for 30 minutes.

Porridge made with bananas and raspberries

If you are a raspberry lover, this recipe is for you. You will get the nutrients and benefits of raspberries and bananas in a single preparation. And best of all, enjoy its taste without feeling guilty.

Porridge made with bananas and raspberries

You will need:

  • 1 Banana mashed
  • 125 ml Almond milk
  • 1 tbsp Chia
  • 50 Blueberries
  • 50 Oats
  • 1 tbsp Maple syrup
  • 1 scoop of Banana Protein or Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 50 Raspberries
  • 1 handful of Toasted walnuts

How to prepare it: 

To make the compote:

  • Make a blueberry-based compote along with the raspberries and elk syrup. To make it, place the ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. 
  • Gradually mix all the ingredients until the blueberries melt and form a delicious jam.

To make the porridge:

  • In a saucepan, combine the oats, banana, chia seeds, and almond milk. Cook over low to medium heat until the oats are creamy. You may want to add some maple syrup if you like it a little sweeter, taste, and see.
  • Add the banana protein powder and stir.
  • Add compote and toasted walnuts to the oatmeal for a seriously fantastic finish.

Smoothie with chocolate protein and ice cream made with raspberries

Do you want something sweet for the afternoon but do you want to consume something healthy? This smoothie will satisfy your desire to eat sweets while providing you with nutrients. It is a healthy protein shake loaded with flavor and sweetness.

use your protein smoothies

You will need:

  • 1 scoop Chocolate Vegan Protein Smoothie
  • 1 1/2 tsp Agar agar
  • 4 squares of Dark chocolate for decoration
  • 125 ml Coconut yogurt
  • 3 tbsp Melted dark chocolate
  • 2 tbsp Maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 cup Raspberries

How to prepare it: 

  • Blend all the ingredients, aside from the raspberries, until they are completely smooth. 
  • After tasting, adjust the sweetness and/or chocolate as needed.
  • Place a few raspberries on top after being spooned into lolly molds. Leave a small bit of space at the top (you can use frozen ones). 
  • To distribute the raspberries evenly, use a spoon to push some of them toward the bottom of each lolly mold.
  • Place in the freezer for an overnight firming period, then take out 10 to 15 minutes before eating.
  • Add melted chocolate drizzle. 

Use Your Protein Smoothies Now

You already know how to use your protein smoothies. Don’t think about it so much and start preparing and enjoying each of these recipes. Best of all, they are healthy and loaded with the nutrients and antioxidants your body needs.

If you prefer, you can vary the recipes and add any additional fruit. Everything is to your taste and preferences. The important thing is to use your protein smoothies as part of your daily eating plan.