Blueberry Protein Shake

Jun 25, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A tall glass of thick, creamy blueberry protein shake with a straw, a few of its fresh ingredients beside it

A creamy and nutritious blueberry protein shake with a hint of vanilla for natural sweetness and depth. Perfect for a quick post-workout boost or a healthy snack.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Yield 1 shakes

Diet —

Ingredients

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shakes

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)milk
1.0 scoopvanilla protein powder (about 20–25 g protein)
1.0 medium (120.0 g)banana, peeled and frozen
½ cup (75.0 g)fresh or frozen blueberries
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Peel the banana, then freeze it until solid for best texture.
Add milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen banana, blueberries, ice cubes, and vanilla extract to a blender.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Pour the shake into a large glass and serve immediately.

Tips

For a thicker shake, use fully frozen bananas and blueberries and adjust ice to preference.
Pure vanilla extract enhances the natural sweetness and flavor complexity without overpowering the berries.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make blueberry protein shake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 large shake.

How should I store blueberry protein shake?

Best consumed immediately. Leftover shake can be refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 24 hours; stir before serving.

Can I make blueberry protein shake ahead?

Freeze peeled bananas ahead of time to simplify preparation.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 20–25 g protein). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A creamy and nutritious blueberry protein shake with a hint of vanilla for natural sweetness and depth. Perfect for a quick post-workout boost or a healthy snack.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

433 Calories / serving

10.8g Fat

53.9g Carbs

32.3g Protein

36.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~433 cal · 11g fat · 54g carbs · 32g protein · 37g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 433 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 82 min·4.8 mi·~9600 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 59 min·3.0 mi·~5900 steps
Moderate cycling 44 min·8.8 mi
Swimming laps 61 min
Jogging 42 min·3.5 mi·~6700 steps
Stair climbing 40 min·~3600 steps
Dancing 70 min
Bodyweight circuit training 44 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 101 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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