Banana Nut Pancake Protein Shake
Banana Nut Pancake Protein Shake
This Banana Nut Pancake Protein Shake brings the nostalgic taste of banana nut pancakes into a creamy, protein-packed shake. Ripe banana and warming spices combine with almond milk, Greek yogurt and vanilla whey, with walnuts and a touch of maple syrup rounding out the flavor.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Combine the almond milk, banana, vanilla whey protein, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, chopped walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg and ice cubes in a blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass, garnish with extra chopped walnuts if desired and enjoy a shake that captures the cozy flavors of banana nut pancakes!
Notes
Dietary Restrictions & Preferences:Almond milk (1 cup): Replace with oat milk or soy milk (1 cup) for nut-free or vegan alternatives.
Greek yogurt (½ cup): Substitute with coconut or soy yogurt (½ cup) for dairy-free versions.
Whey protein (30 g): Use a plant-based vanilla protein powder (30 g) for vegan preference. Availability & Convenience:
Maple syrup (2 tsp): Swap for honey or agave syrup (2 tsp) if unavailable.
Walnuts (10 g): Replace with pecans (10 g) for similar texture and flavor. Flavor & Texture Adjustments:
Cinnamon (½ tsp): Replace with pumpkin pie spice (½ tsp) for a warmer blend.
Nutmeg (¼ tsp): Omit or reduce for a milder spice profile. Nutritional Modifications:
Greek yogurt (½ cup): Use nonfat Greek yogurt (½ cup) to reduce calories.
Maple syrup (2 tsp): Omit or replace with stevia or monk fruit to lower sugar content. Notes:
Substitutions maintain overall calorie and macro balance. Adjust sweetness and spice level slightly to taste after swapping.