Salted Caramel Protein Shake

If you love sweet, creamy caramel with a touch of sea salt, this Salted Caramel Protein Shake is the perfect treat! It’s rich, smooth, and packed with protein, making it a great option for breakfast, post-workout, or just a little something sweet without the guilt.

Let’s blend up some caramel goodness!

What You’ll Need

1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 tbsp sugar-free caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
½ frozen banana (for natural sweetness and creaminess)
½ tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
½ cup ice cubes

For Toppings (Optional but Delicious!):

Whipped cream
Extra caramel drizzle
Pinch of flaky sea salt

Pro Tips

Use frozen banana! It makes the shake thick and naturally sweet.
Want it extra creamy? Add ½ cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt.
Dairy-free? Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
Need more caramel flavor? Add ½ tsp caramel extract.
Want a thicker shake? Use less milk or add more ice.

Tools You’ll Need

Blender
Tall glass
Spoon for drizzling caramel

Substitutions & Variations

No protein powder? Use ½ cup Greek yogurt for protein.
Sweeter version? Add ½ tbsp honey or maple syrup.
More indulgent? Blend in a sugar-free caramel square!

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Blender

In a blender, add milk, vanilla protein powder, caramel sauce, frozen banana, vanilla extract, sea salt, and ice cubes.

a blender filled with creamy milk, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, thick sugar-free caramel sauce, a sliced frozen banana, clear vanilla extract

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

blender mid-blend, the salted caramel shake swirling into a thick, smooth mixture with tiny caramel flecks visible.

Step 3: Pour Into Glass

Drizzle caramel inside the glass, then pour in the shake.

ich caramel sauce being drizzled inside a tall glass, creating smooth, golden streaks before the shake is poured in.

Step 4: Garnish & Serve

Top with whipped cream, an extra caramel drizzle, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.

a Salted Caramel Protein Shake topped with a swirl of fluffy whipped cream, a golden caramel drizzle cascading down the sides

Leftovers & Storage

Best enjoyed fresh!
If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Salted Caramel Protein Shake is ready to sip! It’s sweet, creamy, and perfectly balanced with that touch of sea salt, making it the ultimate treat. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🧂🍯💛