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Churro Protein Shake
Cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla protein give this shake the flavor of a cinnamon-sugar churro.
- 5 mintime
- 1serving
- 340calories
- 33 gprotein
A churro tastes of fried dough rolled in cinnamon sugar. Without frying, you get close with a lot of cinnamon, a little brown sugar, and a good vanilla. Rim the glass with cinnamon sugar for the full effect.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 cup 2% milk
- ½ medium frozen banana
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 ice cubes
Method
- Mix half a teaspoon of cinnamon with the brown sugar on a small plate. Rim a wet glass with it.
- Add the milk, protein powder, banana, remaining cinnamon, vanilla, salt, and ice to the blender.
- Blend until smooth, about 40 seconds.
- Pour into the glass.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 340 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 33 g |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk.
Tips
- A pinch of salt balances the cinnamon.
- Use plenty of cinnamon. It is the main flavor.
Swaps and variations
- Add a few tablespoons of cooked oats for body.
- Add a drop of vanilla bean paste for a bakery-style flavor.
