Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Shake (Printable)

Smooth blend of vanilla, protein, and ice delivering a creamy, refreshing cold treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dairy & Substitutes

01 - 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
02 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
03 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

→ Flavoring

04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
05 - Seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean, optional

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or agave nectar

→ Ice

07 - 1 1/2 cups ice cubes

→ Optional Toppings

08 - Whipped cream, dairy or non-dairy
09 - Vanilla powder or ground cinnamon for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Add almond milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, vanilla extract, vanilla bean seeds if using, and sweetener to a high-speed blender.
02 - Add ice cubes on top of the liquid ingredients in the blender.
03 - Blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until the mixture achieves a smooth, creamy, and frothy consistency.
04 - Taste the shake and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity as desired.
05 - Pour evenly into two tall glasses and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of vanilla powder or cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required
  • Packs 18 grams of protein per serving to keep you satisfied
  • Easily customizable for dairy-free, vegan, or gluten-free diets
  • Tastes like a coffeehouse indulgence but supports your wellness goals
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Perfect for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or an afternoon pick-me-up
02 -
  • Freeze Greek yogurt in ice cube trays ahead of time for an extra-thick, ice cream-like texture without diluting the flavor
  • Invest in quality vanilla extract and real vanilla beans—the flavor difference is remarkable and worth the investment
  • Blend on high speed for the full 45 seconds to incorporate air and create that signature frothy, coffeehouse texture
  • Pre-portion your dry ingredients (protein powder, sweetener) in small containers for grab-and-go convenience on busy mornings
  • Clean your blender immediately after use by filling it halfway with warm water and a drop of dish soap, then blending for 30 seconds
  • Store leftover vanilla bean pods in your sugar container to create vanilla-infused sugar for future recipes
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