Vanilla Chai Protein Shake

The best part? It’s like sipping a chai latte in smoothie form—sweet, spiced, and totally satisfying!

Let’s blend it up.

What You’ll Need

• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• ½ frozen banana (for creaminess)
• 1 tbsp almond butter (for richness)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground chai spice mix (or see DIY version below)
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
• ½ cup ice cubes

DIY Chai Spice Mix (If You Don’t Have Pre-Made)

• ½ tsp ground cardamom
• ¼ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• ¼ tsp ground cloves
• ¼ tsp black pepper

For Toppings (Optional but Amazing!):

• Extra sprinkle of cinnamon
• Cinnamon stick for garnish
• Whipped cream (if you want a treat!)

Pro Tips

1. Use frozen banana! It makes the shake super thick and creamy.
2. Make it dairy-free! Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
3. Want a stronger chai taste? Steep a chai tea bag in hot milk, let it cool, and use that instead of plain milk.
4. Need extra protein? Add ½ cup Greek yogurt or a spoonful of chia seeds.
5. Like it extra cold? Blend with more ice or use frozen almond milk cubes.

Tools You’ll Need

• Blender
• Tall glass
• Spoon for sprinkling cinnamon

Substitutions & Variations

• No protein powder? Use ½ cup Greek yogurt for a protein boost.
• Want a nut-free version? Swap almond butter for sunflower butter or coconut cream.
• Prefer a smoothie bowl? Use less milk and top with granola!

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Blender

In a blender, add milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen banana, almond butter, vanilla extract, chai spice mix, cinnamon, maple syrup, and ice cubes.

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

Step 3: Pour Into Glass

Pour the thick shake into a tall glass.

Step 4: Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top and add a cinnamon stick.

Leftovers & Storage

• Best enjoyed fresh!
• If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Vanilla Chai Protein Shake is ready to sip! It’s smooth, creamy, and full of warm chai spice, making it the perfect cozy shake. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! ☕🍦💛