Chai Spiced Protein Smoothie
A creamy and nourishing chai spiced protein smoothie packed with warm spices, protein, and healthy ingredients for a cozy yet energizing drink.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 small frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- Add almond milk, protein powder, frozen banana, almond butter, spices, and sweetener (if using) into a blender.
- Add ice cubes to make it thicker and chilled.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels if desired.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a stronger chai flavor, steep a chai tea bag in warm milk, chill, and use instead of plain milk.
- Use a frozen banana for creaminess without extra ice cream or yogurt.
- Can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or cashew butter.
- For a vegan option, ensure protein powder is plant-based and use maple syrup instead of honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: chai smoothie, protein smoothie, chai spices, healthy breakfast, vegan smoothie