29 BEST Vanilla Protein Powder Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What to add to vanilla protein powder? ›

Vanilla Berry Protein Smoothie: Mix frozen berries, a banana, almond milk, and vanilla protein powder for a quick breakfast or snack. Crunchy Vanilla Protein Granola Bars: Combine oats, nuts, seeds, honey, and vanilla protein powder; bake until crispy.

Add ice: Adding ice to your shake and blending it can create a smoother texture. Add other ingredients: Adding fruits, nut butter, or yogurt to your shake can help mask the powdery taste and texture.

With their smooth, milkshake-like consistency, bananas make vanilla protein shakes rich and satisfying. For best flavor, use spotty, ripe bananas. The natural sweetness balances the vanilla notes beautifully. Banana Tip: Use frozen banana slices for extra thickness and creaminess.

Protein shakes with milk have more calories and extra protein. So if your goal is to increase your protein intake, mixing protein with milk is a great choice. Water adds zero extra calories, making it the obvious choice for those looking to limit their calorie intake.

The addition of real milk powder may lead to bloating, constipation and probably dysentery because of it's high lactose and sugar level. Don't add ingredients such as soy protein which contains chemical compounds that can lead to hormonal disturbance in some people. Avoid mixing vegetable oils that contain trans fats.

Replacing meals with protein shakes may help you lower your daily calories, which can help you lose weight. But in time you'll need to start eating solid food again. Eating solid food may cause excess weight to return if you don't make smart food choices.

Milk is most people's favorite liquid to mix their protein powder into. Cow's milk adds a creamy texture and extra nutrients, like calcium and vitamin D, to your shake. Plant-based milks, such as almond, soy, oat, and coconut milk offer a lactose-free alternative with similar nutritional profiles.

Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder and mix with a frother or immersion blender until blended and foamy. Pour your coffee or espresso over the mixture and stir lightly to mix. Since you're using sweetened vanilla protein powder in this recipe, it's already pretty decadent.

Why is vanilla protein powder so expensive? ›

Ingredient costs.

To make vanilla protein powder, for example, we buy egg whites, coconuts, vanilla beans, and monk fruit in bulk, and ship them to our facility in Plymouth, Massachusetts for processing. Egg white protein is one of the most expensive dietary protein sources, and real vanilla beans cost a small fortune.

The shelf life of most protein powders is between 9 to 18 months, though those with fewer ingredients may expire quickly. Some protein powders may have a 'best before' date, which you can use for reference, though not all do.”

Protein powder is a popular go-to after a workout. Put it into a shaker cup, add water, shake, and you have a portable drink to revitalize your muscles and energy. Or blend it with milk, fruit, greens, nut butter, or other fun additions, and it's an anytime snack or meal replacement. (And a delicious one at that.)

Some protein powders may be made with lower quality ingredients, such as low-quality whey protein or artificial sweeteners, which can affect the taste.

10-12 ounces of orange juice with one scoop of vanilla protein powder has a citrusy burst, and smooth vanilla vibes that balance each other so well.

But be careful: a scoop of chocolate or vanilla protein powder can harbor health risks. "I don't recommend using protein powders except in a few instances, and only with supervision," says registered dietitian Kathy McManus, director of the Department of Nutrition at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Almond milk, instant coffee, cinnamon, flax seeds, chia seeds, yogurt, cottage cheese, sugar free flavor syrups like Tofrani.