Cookies and Cream Protein Shake (Print Page)
Creamy cookies-and-cream protein shake with milk, vanilla protein and chocolate sandwich cookies. Ready in 5 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
02 - 1 scoop (30 g) vanilla or cookies and cream flavored protein powder
→ Cookies & Flavor
03 - 2 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreo-style)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Texture & Sweetness
05 - 1/2 frozen banana (optional, for creaminess)
06 - 1 cup ice cubes
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
# Directions:
01 - Add milk, protein powder, chocolate sandwich cookies, vanilla extract, frozen banana if using, ice cubes, and honey or maple syrup if using to a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30 to 60 seconds.
03 - Pour the shake into a large glass.
04 - Top with crushed cookie crumbs or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
05 - Enjoy right away while cold and fresh.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It tastes like a milkshake from a diner but packs enough protein to actually fuel your day.
- You only need five minutes and a blender, which means no excuses on busy mornings.
- The frozen banana trick makes it outrageously creamy without any extra guilt.
02 -
- Blending too long can actually warm the shake slightly, so stick to thirty to forty five seconds max.
- Gluten-free sandwich cookies exist and work perfectly, so this can easily be adapted for gluten-sensitive friends.
- Check your protein powder label carefully because some contain hidden allergens or excessive fillers that affect the taste and texture.
03 -
- Crush the cookies slightly before blending for a more even distribution of flavor throughout the shake.
- Freeze your milk in ice cube trays and use those instead of regular ice for a richer, creamier result.