Sometimes you just need something rich, creamy and a touch sweet. This hits the spot just like the name says … caramel. Except it’s even better, this one is loaded in protein, essential fatty acids, potassium, iron and more. So when you have that hankering, love yourself and choose this one.

This Caramel Protein shake is dairy-free and naturally sweetened yet unbelievably creamy and delicious. You will only need 6 ingredients! Topped with homemade Caramel Sauce and Coconut Whipped Cream it’s one of my all-time favorite shake recipes. I love having this bad boy either for breakfast or as a late-afternoon snack.

Why this caramel protein shake recipe works

It’s super quick. This shake is ready in less than 5 minutes!

It has homemade caramel sauce – that makes all the difference!

It’s customizable. You can play around with it and add different flavors.

What does this salted caramel smoothie taste like?

This low sugar protein shake is thick, creamy and caramelly! It’s not overly sweet because even though there is caramel sauce in it, there’s no extra added sugar, making it healthier. It’s also quite satisfying.

Why you will love this recipe

It makes a delicious breakfast, sweet snack or healthy dessert.

It’s ready in 5 minutes.

It’s a great way to stay satisfied for longer as it’s packed with proteins.

Nutritious ingredients: If you are looking for a protein shake that is just as sweet with no added sugar, but so much healthier for you, this is perfect. It’s a natural energy drink.

Simple ingredients: The ingredients can easily be found at the grocery stores making this a budget-friendly recipe.

Kickstart your taste buds and your day with the rich and creamy taste of this healthy smoothie and be well prepared for whatever the day throws at you!

Caramel Protein Shake

This delicious caramel protein shake is creamy, thick and so darn good! It’s made with heavenly homemade caramel sauce! It just makes to overall flavor pop!

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword caramel coconut smoothie, caramel protein shake, clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy protein smoothie

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1 medium banana, sliced, frozen
• 1/2 cup coconut (or any other) milk
• 1 scoop protein or collagen powder
• 2-3 dates, roughly chopped
• 2-4 tablespoons caramel sauce – store bought or recipe link below in notes
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings - Optional

• Whipped coconut cream –recipe below in notes
• Drizzle of homemade caramel sauce – recipe below in notes
• Fresh chopped fruit
• Chopped nuts

Instructions

• If you wish to make your own sugar free super healthy caramel sauce and whipped coconut cream make these first so they are ready to use when you want to make your shake. Both recipes below in notes.

  Put all the ingredients in a blender. Blend until it's smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.

  Pour into a glass and top with whipped coconut cream and drizzle more caramel sauce on top, if desired.

Notes

 

Homemade Coconut Caramel Sauce

A thick, luxurious coconut caramel sauce - all you need is a can of coconut milk or cream and a few wholesome pantry staples. Sweet and gooey, just like it should be yet way healthier than anything store bought that is likely to be packed with refined sugar, corn syrup and heaven knows what other unhealthy ingredients.

Its so easy to make your own silky smooth, healthy caramel sauce with just 5 ingredients: cooked in one pot until thickened to desired consistency

Easy, creamy, and healthier - made with all-natural ingredients and goes with everything you pour it over! It’s truly a magical thing. You will never want store-bought again.

For the simple recipe go here: 

Homemade Whipped Coconut Cream

Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense fluffy, whipped coconut cream.

It’s a dairy-free dessert topping that is not overly sweet and made with simple ingredients. This whipped coconut cream is just as thick, luscious, and creamy as dairy-full whipped cream and ideal for topping cakes, tarts, puddings, hot cocoa, and more.

Made with just 3 ingredients in 5 minutes of active time. Be sure to chill the canned coconut milk the day before you need it.

Packed with healthy fats, tons of other good stuff and amazing flavour to help support a healthy, fit body.

Go here for the simple recipe:  Whipped Coconut Cream 

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