This lightened and nutritious Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie is a dessert in a beverage form. It is absolutely kid friendly and refreshing.
I love smoothies for my breakfast so I try and include a variety of flavors in it. My kids devour all the vegan smoothies that I keep experimenting. Hence this vegan strawberry shortcake smoothie is very much loved my by family.
For a variety of flavors you must try my chai smoothie.
Every year, I bake my famous vegan strawberry cake and also strawberry cheesecake brownies. On weekend, my kids love to start their day with strawberry sauce pancakes.
Health benefits of strawberries
Its high in fiber and are packed with anti-oxidants. Being a great source of vitamin K its a heart healthy fruit with being low in calories at the same time.
You will love my Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie because:
- Its high in fiber and other nutrients
- kid friendly and refreshing
- Taste very similar to traditional strawberry shortcake
- Its healthy and protein packed
- Easy to blend and big on flavors
Ingredients for Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie
Strawberries
Vanilla ice cream
Vanilla almond milk
Hemp seeds
Whipped cream (optional)
I have used only 5 simple ingredients to blend my fresh strawberry smoothie and my family enjoys it every summer.
Ingredients notes:
Strawberries – I made it with fresh strawberries so as to keep its taste very similar to the traditional dessert.
Hempseeds – this adds healthy fats and protein along with fiber to this strawberry smoothie.
Vanilla ice cream – this enhances the taste and its a little treat in this recipe which makes it even more delicious. I used vegan vanilla ice cream so you may either use store bought or your own homemade one.
Almond milk – any dairy free milk works here but I used almond milk to keep it lighter.
Whipped cream – I used vegan whipped cream with a coconut base. I used it for layering just like its layered in the shortcake dessert so that this smoothie tastes the same but healthy.
For detailed measurement of ingredients, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to make Vegan Strawberry Protein Smoothie
Firstly, in a blender, I combined fresh strawberries, almond milk, vanilla ice cream and hemp seeds. Then, i blended it smooth.
Next, I filled half of the serving glass with the blended smoothie.
Then, I added another layer with whipped cream.
Thereafter, I added a third layer of fresh sliced strawberries.
Afterwards, I filled the glass with more blended smoothie.
Lastly, I topped it again with whipped cream and fresh sliced strawberries.
It was delicious and we enjoyed our favorite dessert in a healthier way.
Variation:
To keep it simpler and lower in calories, blend strawberries, 2-3 dates or 2 tbsp maple syrup, almond milk, 1 tbsp vanilla extract, hempseeds and 1/4 cup crushed ice together in a blender. Pour it in a serving glass. top it with a small scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream, 1 tbsp of whipped cream and lots of fresh sliced strawberries. This will be lower in calories and yet taste delicious.
Expert tips:
- It is important to layer with whipped cream so as to give the same taste as the cake dessert.
- Make sure to blend the smoothie very smooth and there should not be any crunch from hempseeds.
It taste best when served immediately.
For blending its ok to use frozen strawberries but when layering and topping fresh strawberries work best here.
Yes! the calories may vary depending on the measurement of whipped cream but otherwise its a very nutritious and healthy smoothie.
My other smoothie recipes are:
Peach Smoothie
Lemon Smoothie
Superfood Green Smoothie
Raspberry Smoothie
Tropical Coconut Turmeric Smoothie
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Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup vegan vanilla ice cream (1 small scoop)
- 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1/2 cup hempseeds
- 1/4 cup coconut whipped cream (just drizzle amount)
Instructions
- In a blender combine 1 ½ cups strawberries, vegan vanilla ice cream, vanilla almond milk and hempseeds. Blend it smooth.
- Fill half of the serving glass with the smoothie. Cover it with some whipped cream.
- Slice the remaining 1/2 cup strawberries. Add 4-5 sliced strawberries as the third layer in the glass.
- Pour, more smoothie in the glass so that it fills 3/4th of the glass.
- Top it with more whipped cream and more 4-5 sliced strawberries. Repeat the same steps for the other serving glass. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Variation: To keep it simpler and lower in calories, blend strawberries, 2-3 dates or 2 tbsp maple syrup, almond milk, 1 tbsp vanilla extract, hempseeds and 1/4 cup crushed ice together in a blender. Pour it in a serving glass. top it with a small scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream, 1 tbsp of whipped cream and lots of fresh sliced strawberries. This will be lower in calories and yet taste delicious.
- The nutritional value varies depending on the quantity of the whipped cream you add to this smoothie.
- This taste best when served immediately.
Nutrition
Amanda @ Healthy House on the Block says
Oh this looks like such a treat! My kids would love this type of smoothie. They are all about strawberry anything! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂
krystal says
It definitely looks delicious and perfect for a sweet treat. Plus, it’s vegan!
Steph says
Ok this just looks so freakin good!
Sophie says
Love this recipe. I ll try this for sure. On my list!
Laura @ Kidlette says
What type of ice cream are you using to keep it vegan? Looks yummy!
Gunjan says
Hi Laura, I used SO company for the vegan ice cream.
Sheereen says
I also hate the taste of store bought protein powder. This is a great way to get protein in and also tastes amazing. Thanks!
Ciera Chang says
Yummm! This smoothie looks and sounds delicious!
Madi Rowan says
Wow, this looks SO delicious! And great idea adding the hempseeds! Will definitely be giving that a try!
-Madi
Gunjan says
Thank you Madi. I found this natural way to increase protein consumption 🙂
Brittany Hill says
I did not know that hemp seeds were a supplement for protein powder. Personally, I don’t love protein powder because I find it hard to digest. Thanks for the recommendation.
Gunjan says
Same with me Britanny that is why I found this great way to add protein into my diet naturally.
Sarah says
I am new to using hemp seeds! I am excited to try! Your photos are beautiful!
Amy (Savory Moments) says
We love smoothies in our house! These look delicious.
Meagen says
What a great smoothie recipe! I’m always iffy about protein powder as well but have never thought to use hemp seeds! I can’t wait to try this!
Gunjan says
Thank you Meagen. I hope you get a chance to enjoy this smoothie.
Lauren says
That looks totally decadent
Gunjan says
Thank you Lauren.