🥣 Cottage Cheese Banana Protein Smoothie (or Bowl)
Ingredients
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½ cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat, your choice)
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1 ripe banana
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½ scoop to 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
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½ cup milk or almond milk (adjust for desired thickness)
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1 tbsp peanut butter (or almond butter)
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
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½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
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4–5 ice cubes (for a cold, thick texture)
Toppings (if making a bowl)
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Banana slices 🍌
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Chia seeds or flaxseeds
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Granola or crushed nuts
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A drizzle of honey or maple syrup (optional)
🧑🍳 Instructions
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Add to Blender:
Combine cottage cheese, banana, protein powder, milk, peanut butter, cinnamon, vanilla, and ice cubes in a blender. -
Blend:
Blend until smooth and creamy (about 30–40 seconds). -
Adjust Consistency:
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For a smoothie, add a bit more milk.
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For a bowl, use less milk for a thicker texture.
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Serve:
Pour into a glass or bowl and top with your favorite toppings if desired.
⚡ Nutrition (approximate per serving)
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Calories: 300–400 kcal
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Protein: 25–35g
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Carbs: 25–30g
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Fat: 10–15g
