Are you looking for a delicious, easy-to-make protein shake to fuel up before your next workout? If so, this bodybuilding bulking protein shake recipe is precisely what you need! This smooth and creamy drink gives you everything required for optimal muscle building and recovery—from high-quality proteins to regulated sugar levels.
Perfect for athletes or those wanting to lose weight healthily, it's simple ingredients make it the ideal snack, no matter your fitness goals. Whether you're in a bulking phase or just trying to pack on some muscle mass while maintaining leanness – this sustainable alternative ensures all the nutritional benefits are taken care of without sacrificing taste.
Plus, with its irresistibly tasty flavor combinations, it's sure to become part of your regular pre-workout ritual! So put away those packets of synthetic powder and get ready as we show you how to nail this classic blend.
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Our Top Protein Shake Recipe
Ingredients
This recipe equates to 85 grams of protein and 880 calories:
- 2 Scoops of vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based is best recommended)
- 1 medium ripe banana
- ½ Cup Rolled Oats
- 12 oz milk or non-dairy milk
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- ⅓ cup of pasteurized egg whites
- 6 Ounces of fat-free Greek Yogurt (vanilla)
- 2 cups of ice cubes
Shaking Things Up
Whether you are bulking or cutting, it can be challenging to get in all those vital nutrients and supplements. Meal prepping and cooking can take precious time out of your day. What better way to get in all those calories and protein than a protein shake? It doesn't get better than this! Not only are protein shakes high in protein and calories, but they are time efficient and easy to take on the road as a quick meal.
Tasty Bulking Protein Shake Alternatives
We get it; the same flavors can be dull, so we have curated a list of delicious protein-packed shakes.
Peanut Butter Banana Split shake
Ingredients
- 1 cup of milk (you may substitute for non-dairy milk such as almond milk)
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon of peanut butter (100% pure peanut butter recommended)
- 2 tablespoons of hemp seed
- ½ cup of ice
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Shake
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 scoops of whey protein (chocolate flavor)
- 1 cup of milk (substitute for non-dairy milk such as almond milk)
- 3 tablespoons of oat flakes
- 5 hazelnuts
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
Wake n' Shake (Coffee flavor)
Ingredients
- 1 cup of almond milk or any milk of your choice
- 2 scoops of chocolate protein powder
- 1 to 2 tablespoons of instant coffee
- ½ a cup of nonfat vanilla Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup of rolled oats
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
This shake is perfect if you are trying to get in your daily dose of caffeine. Pair it with our Focus Energy Gummies for an extra caffeinated boost!
Dark Chocolate Banana
Ingredients
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk or milk of your choice
- 2 scoops of chocolate protein powder
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons of dark chocolate chips
- Half or 1 whole ripe banana
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
Strawberries and Cream
Ingredients
- 1 cup of water or ½ cup of milk for a creamier consistency
- 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder
- Flaxseed Oil: 2 tbsp
- ½ cup of nonfat vanilla Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup of frozen or fresh strawberries
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
Birthday Cake Shake
Ingredients
- 1 cup nonfat plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 cup nonfat whipped topping
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or any milk of your choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1 to 2 scoops of birthday cake or french vanilla whey protein powder (may substitute for plant-based protein powder)
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon of rainbow sprinkles to garnish
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
Salted Caramel Shake
Ingredients
- 1 cup of nonfat vanilla Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup of milk or non-dairy milk
- 1 scoop of salted caramel protein powder
- 1 tablespoon of almond butter
- 2 teaspoons of sugar free caramel
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
Blueberry Muffin Shake
Ingredients
- ½ cup of nonfat vanilla Greek Yogurt
- 1 cup of milk or non-dairy milk
- ½ cup of fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 to 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- ½ cup of rolled oats
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
Raspberry Chocolate Swirl Shake
Ingredients
- ½ cup of nonfat vanilla Greek Yogurt
- 1 cup of milk or non-dairy milk
- 1 to 2 scoops of chocolate protein powder
- ½ cup of fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 tablespoon of dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- Preparation: Add all the ingredients and blend them all together in the blender until you reach a thick milkshake consistency
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Final Thoughts
If you are looking for a high-quality protein shake that is high in protein, easy to make, and time efficient, this bodybuilding bulking protein shake recipe is perfect. This shake is great for those looking to bulk up and build muscle mass. Bulking doesn't have to mean sacrificing taste or nutrition.
Bulking up doesn't have to be about lifting weights and eating lots of calories. You can get the desired results without breaking your diet with the proper bodybuilding bulking protein shake.
This recipe is high in protein and low in fat, making it an excellent option for those who are looking to bulk up without packing on the pounds.
