Description
A protein-packed smoothie that blends creamy cottage cheese and rich peanut butter into a deliciously satisfying treat, perfect for workouts or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat based on preference)
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Place the cottage cheese and milk in a blender. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter and banana. Blend again until well combined.
- If desired, add honey or maple syrup for sweetness. Blend for another 10 seconds.
- Add ice cubes for a thicker smoothie. Blend until smooth and frothy.
- Serve in a glass, garnish as desired, and enjoy!
Notes
You can substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese, or use almond/cashew butter instead of peanut butter. For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and plant-based milk.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: high protein smoothie, cottage cheese, peanut butter, post workout, healthy breakfast