Description
Indulge in the creamy and satisfying Salted Caramel Protein Shake, a perfect blend of sweetness and a hint of sea salt. This shake is a balanced treat that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. It’s easy to make and ideal for a quick breakfast or post-workout refuel.
Ingredients
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For the Shake:
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp sugar-free caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- ½ frozen banana
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ½ cup ice cubes
For Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Extra caramel drizzle
- Pinch of flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Add all shake ingredients to a blender.
- Step 2: Blend until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour into a glass.
- Step 4: Garnish with toppings and serve.
In a blender, combine milk, protein powder, caramel sauce, frozen banana, vanilla extract, sea salt, and ice cubes.
Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.
Drizzle caramel inside the glass, then pour in the shake.
Top with whipped cream, extra caramel drizzle, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
Notes
- Using frozen banana makes the shake thicker and naturally sweet.
- For a creamier shake, add ½ cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt.
- Experiment with different milk alternatives like almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- Adjust the caramel flavor by adding caramel extract.
- To thicken the shake, reduce the milk or increase the ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: Approximately 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Salted Caramel, Protein Shake, Caramel Sauce, Breakfast, Post-workout, Creamy, Sea Salt
