A high protein, Strawberry Peanut Butter Shake that is packed with nutrition to keep you satisfied!
I use to love peanut butter and jellies. Well, I still love them. They just aren’t AS acceptable anymore as an adult! Which is why I created this Strawberry Peanut Butter Shake.
Plus, the kind I used to make weren’t necessarily the healthiest. Jellies packed with processed sugar, peanut butter packed with vegetable oil, sugar, and sodium, and I can’t forget that delicious, hearty white bread. Now I usually turn to Ezekiel bread, homemade raw nut butters, and fresh fruit for my healthy spin on a PB&J. But let’s get back to the real reason of this post.
Today was game day down here in sunny Gainesville, FL, aka, the swamp for my fellow gators! I was feeling so dehydrated after the game, that I knew I needed to eat something substantial yet refreshing. This Strawberry Peanut Butter Shake was the perfect match.
My first order of Casein protein powder also just came in! So I decided to try it out in this lovely Strawberry Peanut Butter Shake, but feel free to use any kind of protein powder! The mix of the French Vanilla powder, coupled with the peanut butter and strawberry flavors, was spot on. I couldn’t have asked for a better “post-game” refreshing yet satisfying drink!
- 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
- 1 cup Almond Milk
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 2 tablespoon Peanut Flour (or natural peanut butter)
- 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
- 1-3 teaspoons natural Peanut Butter
- .5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 packet Stevia
- Optional (but highly recommended): 3T rolled oats for a heartier shake
- Optional: blend a handful of spinach in it, you won’t taste it!
- Blend all ingredients together and enjoy!
Strawberry Peanut Butter Shake Benefits
Strawberry Benefits
1) Excellent source of Vitamin C: 1 cup has 100% of your needed daily intake
2) Aids in eye health: antioxidant properties in strawberries prevent cataracts and protects your eyes from sun’s UV rays
3) Helps fight cancer: ellagic acid, a phytochemical, yields anti-cancer properties
4) Prevent wrinkles: Vitamin C is vital to the production of collagen, which improves skin’s elasticity and resilience
5) Lowers bad cholesterol: Ellagic acid and flavonoids—or phytochemicals—can provide an antioxidant effect that can benefit heart health in various ways
6) Reduces inflammation: antioxidants and phytochemicals found in strawberries may also help to reduce inflammation of the joints
7) Lowers blood pressure: due to the high amount of potassium (134 g per serving)
8) High in fiber: protects from intestinal problems and also slows absorption of sugars in the blood.
9) Aids in weight loss: only 28 calories per serving, fat free, and low in sugar
10) Promotes prenatal health: High in folate, which is recommended for pregnant women or women trying to conceive.
Peanut Benefits
1)Rich in energy, containing many nutrients, minerals, antioxidants and vitamins
2)Good levels of mono-unsaturated fatty acids
3)Good source of dietary protein
4)Great source of resveratrol, an antioxidant found to protect against cancers, heart disease, and fungal infections
5)Excellent source of vitamin E, which maintains and protects cell membranes and skin
6)Packed with B vitamins