COOKIES & CREAM PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
A quick, indulgent-tasting protein shake that’s ready in 5 minutes
KEY INFO
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes (no cooking required)
- Servings: 1 large or 2 small
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary: Vegetarian (Vegan-optional)
- Calories: ~220 per serving
- Protein: 24-30g per serving
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- High-speed blender (or regular blender)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tall glass for serving
- Alternative: Blender bottle with blender ball for on-the-go
INGREDIENTS
Base:
- 1-2 scoops (30-60g) cookies & cream or vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 cup (240g) ice cubes
- 2-4 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), broken into chunks
- Pinch of salt (optional)
METHOD
- Pour almond milk into blender
- Add protein powder and ice
- Blend on high for 30-45 seconds until smooth
- Add broken cookie pieces
- Pulse blend 3-4 times just to incorporate cookies while maintaining texture
- Pour into glass and top with extra cookie crumbles if desired
CRUCIAL TIPS
- Don’t over-blend the cookies – you want chunks, not grit
- Use cold milk and plenty of ice for best texture
- Add cookies last to control texture
- Serve immediately for optimal consistency
STORAGE & VARIATIONS
- Best consumed fresh
- Stores up to 24 hours in fridge (will separate, re-blend before drinking)
- Make it extra creamy: Add ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- Make it vegan: Use plant-based protein powder and milk
- Make it dessert-style: Add 1 small scoop vanilla ice cream
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
- Using warm milk (results in thin texture)
- Over-blending cookies
- Adding too little ice
- Using pre-sweetened milk (makes it too sweet)
Perfect for post-workout recovery or when you’re craving something sweet but nutritious. This shake delivers indulgent cookies & cream flavor while packing in protein and keeping sugar low.
