Name: 4 Ingredient Banana Protein Shake
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Macro-Friendly
Ingredients: 1 ripe banana (some browning on peel); 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (PEScience Gourmet Vanilla); 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk; 1/4 cup 5% plain Greek yogurt 56g

This banana protein shake reminds me of a vanilla milkshake. Made with greek yogurt, protein powder, banana and almond milk, this simple drink is rich and creamy with enough protein to keep you full and satisfied. Bonus, my kids absolutely love this one and it has 31 grams of protein.

I drink a smoothie or protein shake almost every day. There’s so many ways to make them so I never get bored. Keep this one as is or add your favorite goodies. This one isn’t crazy sweet, so if you need an extra boost of sugar, add a little honey or a few dates to sweeten things up.

For more protein smoothies and shakes, try green protein smoothie bowl, strawberry cheesecake shake, chocolate protein smoothie or green protein smoothie.

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Why you’ll love this recipe

31 grams of protein.
Only 309 calories.
Ready in 5 minutes.

Ingredients and Substituions:

These are the main ingredients and substitutions for this banana protein shake. See the recipe card below for the full ingredients list and instructions.

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Ripe Banana: you want a few brown spots on the peel. You can use frozen banana to make this extra cold.
Vanilla Protein Powder: I’m using PEScience gourmet vanilla, use code OHSNAP to save. It’s my favorite for smoothies because it blends nicely and has the perfect amount of sweetness. Use your favorite powder that you know blends well and doesn’t get chalky.
Unsweetened Almond Milk: any type of milk. I love using oat milk if I want my smoothie extra creamy.
Greek Yogurt: I used 5% plain greek yogurt. You can use vanilla flavored for an extra boost of vanilla. If you use a low or non-fat yogurt the smoothie won’t be as rich.

Variations

To add extra sweetness, add 1-2 dates with the pits removed.
Add in peanut butter, almond butter or drizzle low calorie peanut syrup on top.
Top with sliced almonds, shredded coconut and additional banana slices.

Dietary Modifications

For dairy-free, use a dairy-free protein powder and dairy-free yogurt.
This recipe is gluten-free, if using PEScience protein powder.

How to make this delicious banana protein shake (a step-by-step visual guide):

Step 1: blend

Add the banana, protein powder, almond milk and greek yogurt to the blender and blend until smooth. Pour in a glass and top with extra toppings if desired.

Four step-by-step images show: 1) Bananas and other ingredients for a banana protein shake in a blender, 2) mixture blended smooth, 3) smoothie being poured into a glass, 4) finished banana protein shake with slices and a straw.

A glass of banana protein shake with a glass straw, topped with banana slices and almond slivers, sits on a light surface surrounded by sliced bananas, banana peels, a bowl of oats, and a bowl of almond slivers.

Recipe FAQs

What kind of protein powder should I use?

This smoothie is best with PEScience Gourmet Vanilla. Use code OHSNAP to save.

Can I store this shake after it’s made?

I don’t suggest blending everything together until ready to enjoy. The consistency is best when made fresh on the spot.

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A glass of banana protein shake topped with banana slices, almond slivers, and shredded coconut sits on a light surface. Whole bananas and sliced pieces are visible in the background.

Banana Protein Smoothie

This Banana Protein Smoothie is rich and delicious. It tastes like a milkshake but has a whopping 31 grams of protein. Made with just 4 ingredients, enjoy this as a post workout treat of mid day energy booster.

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Servings serving

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 0

Total Time 5

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Equipment

1 High Speed Blender

Ingredients

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▢ 1 ripe banana (some browning on peel)
▢ 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (PEScience Gourmet Vanilla)
▢ 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
▢ 1/4 cup 5% plain Greek yogurt 56g

Instructions

Add everything to the blender and blend until smooth.

Notes

For extra sweetness, add 1-2 dates, with pits removed.
I am using PEScience Gourmet Vanilla Protein Powder. I swear by this protein for shakes, overnight oats and baking. Use code OHSNAP to save.
Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary with substitutions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1smoothieCalories: 309kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 31gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 311mgPotassium: 515mgFiber: 4gSugar: 17g

4 Ingredient Banana Protein Shake

Why you’ll love this recipe

Ingredients and Substituions:

Variations

Dietary Modifications