Vanilla Protein Shake

Jun 21, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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

A creamy, nourishing vanilla protein shake made with milk, vanilla bean paste, and frozen banana for natural sweetness and smooth texture.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Yield 1 shake

Diet —

Ingredients

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shake

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)milk (dairy or unsweetened soy milk)
1.0 scoopvanilla-flavored protein powder (about 20–25 g protein)
1.0 (120.0 g)frozen banana
½ cup (120.0 g)ice
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)vanilla bean paste

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Instructions

Place the milk, vanilla-flavored protein powder, frozen banana, ice, and vanilla bean paste into a blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 45 seconds to 1 minute.
Check the texture and sweetness, and add more ice or a little honey if desired. Blend again briefly if needed.
Pour the shake into a tall glass and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Tips

Use vanilla bean paste instead of extract for a more intense natural vanilla flavor and visible specks.
For a colder, thicker shake, freeze the banana ahead of time and use crushed ice.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla protein shake?

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

How should I store vanilla protein shake?

Best enjoyed fresh. If you must store, keep refrigerated in an airtight container up to 24 hours and stir well before drinking.

Can I make vanilla protein shake ahead?

You can prep all ingredients except ice in a blender jar and freeze for up to 2 hours before blending.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 scoop vanilla-flavored 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, nourishing vanilla protein shake made with milk, vanilla bean paste, and frozen banana for natural sweetness and smooth texture.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

321 Calories / serving

6.4g Fat

38.2g Carbs

31.0g Protein

21.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~321 cal · 6g fat · 38g carbs · 31g protein · 21g sugar

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

Per serving · 321 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 61 min·3.6 mi·~7150 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 43 min·2.2 mi·~4300 steps
Moderate cycling 33 min·6.6 mi
Swimming laps 45 min
Jogging 31 min·2.6 mi·~4950 steps
Stair climbing 30 min·~2700 steps
Dancing 52 min
Bodyweight circuit training 33 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 75 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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