This lightened and nutritious Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie is a dessert in a beverage form. It is absolutely kid friendly and refreshing.
I am not a baking person. I suck at baking and often find alternatives to baking. This season we have been craving for strawberry shortcakes.
Hence, Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie!
I decided to infuse its flavor in a smoothie form so we can enjoy it guiltfree and at the same time consume enough nutrition. This smoothie is easy to blend. However, to make it fancy I have explained it in few extra steps.
My daughter loved it the fancier way. Whereas, we grown ups enjoyed it as is, just out of the blender.
I personally tasted this smoothie with whipped cream just to double check Yashvi’s opinion. I must say it tasted far more delicious with whipped cream. It tasted exactly like strawberry shortcake that satisfied our cravings in a healthier form.
Ingredients for Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie
Strawberries
Vanilla ice cream
Vanilla almond milk
Hemp seeds
Whipped cream (optional)
How to make Vegan Strawberry Protein Smoothie
In a blender simply combine all the ingredients (except the whipped cream) and blend it smooth.
Then pour the smoothie in the serving glasses and top it with fresh chopped strawberries if desired and enjoy!
How to Make Vegan Strawberry Protein Smoothie fancy and kid friendly
After the first step of blending is achieved fill half of the serving glass with the smoothie.
Then add a second layer of whipped cream.
Afterwards, cover it with sliced fresh strawberries as the third layer.
Thereafter, fill the glass with the smoothie again.
Lastly, top it with whipped cream and sliced fresh strawberries.
Enjoy with a spoon and a straw.
Nutrition facts will vary when you add whipped cream to this smoothie but it is totally worth it.
FAQs for Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie
- I made this smoothie without any protein powder. I believe in using natural ingredients so I added protein to it with hemp seeds. Moreover, I don’t like the after taste of the store-bought protein powder.
- This smoothie tastes best when consumed immediately.
I would highly recommend to enjoy this smoothie with coconut whipped cream. However, if you decide to skip the whipped cream then please free to adjust the taste with your choice of sweetener.
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 hemp seeds
- 1/4 cup coconut whipped cream (just drizzle amount)
Instructions
- In a blender combine 1 ½ cups strawberries, vanilla ice cream, vanilla almond milk and hemp seeds.
- Blend it smooth and set it aside.
- At this stage you may enjoy the smoothie as is by adjusting the sweetener as per your taste. (any sweetener of your choice can be used).
- To make it a little fancy and kid friendly. Slice the remaining strawberries and set aside.
- Fill half of the serving glass with the smoothie. Cover it with some whipped cream.
- Then top it with sliced strawberries. Again, pour the smoothie to fill the entire glass.
- Lastly, drizzle the whipped cream again to cover the glass and top it with sliced strawberries.
- Enjoy immediately with a straw and a spoon.
Notes
- If you are adding coconut whipped cream to this smoothie then you may not need any sweetener just like us. However, for us the we did not need any sweetener even without the whipped cream. But feel free to add your choice of sweetener as per your taste.
- Any changes regarding to sweetener will change the nutritional facts.
- I would encourage to enjoy it with whipped cream though. It is totally worth it.
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.