Lemon Cream Pie Protein Shake
A thick and refreshing protein shake with bright lemon, creamy Greek yogurt, vanilla, and frozen banana. Crushed graham cracker adds a lemon cream pie-inspired finish for an easy breakfast or satisfying snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 large shake or 2 small shakes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey, optional
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1 graham cracker, crushed, optional
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add the frozen banana, vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, milk, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, optional maple syrup or honey, and a pinch of salt to a blender.
- Blend on high until completely smooth.
- Add the ice cubes and blend again until the shake is thick, creamy, and frosty.
- Taste and adjust as desired. Add extra lemon zest or juice for more citrus flavor, or a small amount of maple syrup or honey for additional sweetness.
- If the shake is too thick, blend in a small splash of milk. If it is too thin, add additional ice or frozen banana and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and sprinkle the optional crushed graham cracker over the top. Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt and extra lemon zest if desired.
- Serve immediately while cold and creamy.
Notes
- Nutrition is calculated for 1 large shake using a medium banana, 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder, 2% plain Greek yogurt, 2% dairy milk, 2 teaspoons maple syrup, and 1 standard graham cracker sheet. Exact nutrition varies by protein powder, milk, yogurt, sweetener, and graham cracker brand.
- For a dairy-free version, use thick plant-based yogurt, dairy-free milk, and plant-based vanilla protein powder.
- For stronger lemon flavor without excessive tartness, increase the lemon zest before adding more lemon juice.
- For a lemon cheesecake variation, blend in a spoonful of cream cheese or dairy-free cream cheese.
- For more pie-crust flavor, blend some of the graham cracker into the shake and reserve the remainder for topping.
- For a smoothie bowl, reduce the milk and use additional frozen banana for a thicker consistency.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours and shake or stir thoroughly before drinking.
- For longer storage, freeze leftover shake in an ice cube tray and reblend the cubes with a small amount of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large shake
- Calories: 545 kcal
- Sugar: 43 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 77 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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