Vanilla Chai Protein Shake

If you love warm chai spices and creamy vanilla, this Vanilla Chai Protein Shake is about to be your new favorite! It’s smooth, cozy, and packed with protein, making it perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or a quick afternoon pick-me-up.

The best part? It’s like sipping a chai latte in smoothie form—sweet, spiced, and totally satisfying!

Let’s blend it up.

What You’ll Need

1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
½ frozen banana (for creaminess)
1 tbsp almond butter (for richness)
½ tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground chai spice mix (or see DIY version below)
½ tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
½ cup ice cubes

DIY Chai Spice Mix (If You Don’t Have Pre-Made)

½ tsp ground cardamom
¼ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp black pepper

For Toppings (Optional but Amazing!):

Extra sprinkle of cinnamon
Cinnamon stick for garnish
Whipped cream (if you want a treat!)

Pro Tips

Use frozen banana! It makes the shake super thick and creamy.
Make it dairy-free! Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
Want a stronger chai taste? Steep a chai tea bag in hot milk, let it cool, and use that instead of plain milk.
Need extra protein? Add ½ cup Greek yogurt or a spoonful of chia seeds.
Like it extra cold? Blend with more ice or use frozen almond milk cubes.

Tools You’ll Need

Blender
Tall glass
Spoon for sprinkling cinnamon

Substitutions & Variations

No protein powder? Use ½ cup Greek yogurt for a protein boost.
Want a nut-free version? Swap almond butter for sunflower butter or coconut cream.
Prefer a smoothie bowl? Use less milk and top with granola!

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Blender

In a blender, add milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen banana, almond butter, vanilla extract, chai spice mix, cinnamon, maple syrup, and ice cubes.

a blender filled with creamy milk, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, a sliced frozen banana, smooth almond butter, clear vanilla extract

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

a blender mid-blend, the vanilla chai smoothie swirling into a thick, smooth mixture, tiny flecks of spices visible

Step 3: Pour Into Glass

Pour the thick shake into a tall glass.

f a thick, creamy Vanilla Chai Protein Shake being poured from a blender into a tall glass, filling it to the top

Step 4: Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top and add a cinnamon stick.

a Vanilla Chai Protein Shake topped with a light sprinkle of cinnamon, with a cinnamon stick resting on the rim.

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 Vanilla Chai Protein Shake is ready to sip! It’s smooth, creamy, and full of warm chai spice, making it the perfect cozy shake. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! ☕🍦💛