Start your morning with this creamy and thick Funfetti Smoothie, a perfect blend of almond milk, vanilla yogurt, vanilla protein powder, more vanilla and frozen bananas. And of course topped with sprinkles to make it the ‘funfetti’ way. A super healthy breakfast, packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats and Vitamin C to stay energized all day.
Making smoothies for breakfast is a godsend for those mornings where you are rushing around like crazy with no time to cook anything. This is one of my favorite recipes for making a morning smoothie that keeps me fueled until lunch.
This smoothie recipe is considered absolutely praiseworthy too after a hard workout or if you just want a special treat for yourself without all the guilt. It’s not loaded with a ton of calories, and it’s super healthy, yummy, creamy and delish, with lots of protein!
This Funfetti Protein Smoothie Shake is soooo amazingly good! When I made my first one I pretty much just gobbled it down like it was the last supper. I hope no one was watching. I’m sure it wasn’t a pretty sight, but I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
I’ve been creating, and as I stated before…’gobbling’ down a lot of these over the past year, and this is definitely another favourite that I added to the recipe list on this blog. It’s a keeper!
I’m always looking for more ways to incorporate protein into my day, because protein is an extremely vital nutrient in the body. From vegan to weight management to chronic disease management – no matter your health goals or dietary needs, there is a high-quality protein out there for you. A well-balanced diet with proper ratios of macro nutrients (protein, healthy carbs and fats) provides all of the: energy you need to keep active throughout the day. nutrients you need for growth and repair, helping you to stay strong and healthy and help to prevent diet-related illness.
When you find your optimal balance and amounts of macro nutrients, you take a major step toward reaching your health goals and this balance has been improved in this recipe by the addition of healthy protein.
Protein is king when it comes to diet…
Most people will enter nutrition coaching to upgrade the quality of food and understanding. If we were only allowed to give one lesson on nutrition; it would be to increase your protein intake and get adequate amounts. This will immediately have an impact on your total caloric intake and have you eating less of the undesirable food. This means it’s a good idea to get some protein in at each meal and snack throughout the day so you meet your needs.
Here are some great reason why you should do this:
1. Protein Can Increase Your Metabolism (“Calories Out”) Digesting and metabolising protein burns calories.
This isn’t going to make up a massive amount of your daily calories, but the simple act of digesting protein will require some caloric burn – anywhere from 100– 300+ extra calories burned a day just from choosing protein over the other two macros.
2. Protein Reduces Appetite, Cuts Cravings and Reduces Desire for Late- Night Snacking.
If you have ever had a late-night craving hit (and if you are a human, you most certainly have) then you know they are just about impossible to resist. One of the best tools for this is adequate protein consumption, particularly in the early part of the day. Set yourself up for a winning evening by getting your protein in early
3. Protein Increases Muscle Mass, Helps Prevent Muscle Loss, and Supports Soft Tissue Recovery.
Food and nutrition isn’t just about losing weight, despite what the media wants you to think. Don’t get fooled into thinking less is more. In fact, one thing we coach is that by eating more high quality food you will have more energy to move your body, train, and live a life of vitality.
This smoothie shake is such an easy way to add more protein in to your diet. The vanilla theme is definitely going on and this smoothie tastes a lot like vanilla wedding cake, and who doesn’t love wedding cake, especially with sprinkles? ♥ *swoon* ♥
Funfetti Protein Smoothie Shake
Ingredients
- 1 banana, sliced, frozen
- 1 cup almond (or your choice) milk
- 1/3 cup Greek-style yogurt, plain or vanilla
- 1 scoop protein or collagen peptides powder, plain or vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings Optional
- Dollop of whipped coconut cream – recipe below in notes
- A couple sprinkles of Sprinkles!
Instructions
- Using a blender, add all the ingredients and blend on high until creamy and smooth.Pour into glass and add coconut whipped cream and sprinkles on top.Notes: Use more frozen banana if you want a thicker smoothie.
Notes
