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    Home » Healthy Recipes » Dairy-Free Smoothies

    Cookies And Cream Protein Shake (Dairy-Free)

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    Made to maximize indulgence while still being healthy this cookies and cream protein shake is thick, delicious, and naturally dairy-free.

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    With 25 grams of protein, it's a great way to bump up your daily protein intake, indulge a craving, and gain some afternoon energy. As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I use recipes like this to ENJOY what I eat while not derailing my fitness goals.

    Glass with cookies and cream shake topped with coconut whipped cream and crumbled cookies with a striped straw in it. There are straws, chocolate chip, cookies and chocolate chips around the glass.

    A protein shake worth whipping up! This cookie and cream shake uses vanilla protein powder as its base so you don’t need to go out and buy a brand new flavor.

    It’s easy to whip up and can be made as indulgent or low-calorie as you like. Plus, as a Certified Nutrition Coach, I like that it's high-protein which means it’s a great way to stay fueled throughout the day. Learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet and why you want to amp it up!

    Treat yourself to this thick, creamy, decadent smoothie and enjoy the indulgence! Protein shakes are an easy way to take in a bunch of nutrients while enjoying something super refreshing.

    What Does Cookies and Cream Mean?

    A common milkshake flavor it is a combination of a sweet vanilla milkshake coupled with crumbled cookies (most often chocolate sandwich cookies) and topped with whipped cream.

    Why You'll Love This Dairy-Free Protein Shake

    Fueling: this cookies and cream shake comes with a whopping 25 grams of protein.

    Allergy Friendly: a smoothie that checks all the boxes, it's dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free, and vegan.

    Easy: there are minimal ingredients which means it's easy to make.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    Vegan protein powder: the kind of protein powder you choose will affect the texture and the flavor of the cookies and cream protein shake. For best results, use Genuine Health Vanilla Protein. Also, learn the difference between collagen vs protein powder to know which is right for you!

    Banana: used to both sweeten the shake as well as make it have a creamy texture. If you opt for frozen banana the protein shake will become even thicker.

    Zucchini: add a few hidden veggies to this smoothie to bump up your daily intake! You won’t taste it one bit but it does help thicken the shake.

    Date: you only need one to sweeten this smoothie. Plus dates are loaded with fiber and a great sugar replacement (one of the many tricks I use to scale back sugar).

    Non-dairy milk: any dairy-free milk should work. I opt for homemade hemp milk but almond milk works just as well.

    Chocolate chips: you can use allergy-friendly chocolate chips or cacao nibs for the smoothie to give it a rich flavor.

    Paleo cookies: the kind of cookie you opt for is up to you! I chose to use chocolate chip crumble cookies for maximum flavor.

    Multiple measuring cups with labeled ingredients like protein powder, sliced zucchini, bananas and chocolate chips.

    How To Make A Cookies And Cream Protein Shake

    Above shot of a blender with chocolate chips, zucchini and dates
    Step 1: Add all non-liquid ingredients to a blender.
    Dairy-free milk being poured into a blender with ice cubes and protein powder
    Step 2: Pour in the dairy-free milk (almond milk).
    Blender with cookies and cream smoothie blended and an an orange linen behind it
    Step 3: Blend the protein shake until ultra-smooth.
    Cookies and cream smoothie being poured into a glass with chocolate chip cookies and an orange linen aroun d it
    Step 4: Portion the cookies and cream protein shake into glasses and top with your favorite protein cookie.

    Choosing A Cookie For The Protein Shake

    Traditionally, cookies and cream protein shakes are made with Oreo cookies. Those have never really been a favorite of mine so they’re not in the house.

    Instead, I made this protein shake extra indulgent by using my favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. Not only is it delicious, but the cookies also crumble just so perfectly!

    Some other great protein cookie options are:

    • Crispy protein cookies
    • Vegan protein cookies
    • Peanut butter protein cookies
    • Snickerdoodle protein cookies

    You can use as much of the cookie or as little of it on top as you like.

    Additional Toppings

    The best part about the cookies and cream protein shake is that you can make it as indulgent or healthy as you like!

    Want to curb calories a bit? Only crumble half a cookie onto the shake and that’s it? Want it to be more dessert-like? Opt for any of the following on top of the cookies and cream protein smoothie:

    • Coconut whipped cream
    • Chocolate chips
    • Homemade chocolate syrup (like the sauce drizzled on this double chocolate protein fluff)
    • Drizzled almond butter
    Glass with cookies and cream shake topped with coconut whipped cream and crumbled cookies with a striped straw in it. There are straws, chocolate chip, cookies and chocolate chips around the glass with a red play arrow over it.

    Choosing A Protein Powder

    Each protein powder is unique in the way that it tastes as well as the way it absorbs liquid (learn more about choosing a protein powder for your goals).

    In fact, vegan proteins will absorb almost double the liquid as whey protein powder. On the opposite side, whey protein tends to be sweeter than vegan.

    So, the type of protein powder you choose will affect the cookies and cream protein shake. This recipe was made with Genuine Healths Vanilla Protein.

    Genuine Health’s Fermented Vegan Protein Powder helps fuel your goals, recover and stay full.

    Made with 20 grams of plant-based protein, this vegan protein powder is dairy-free, gluten-free, non-GMO, and certified organic. It’s also been voted one of the best tasting vegan protein powders.

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    Important Teaching Tips

    Though you can use whey protein in place of the vegan protein powder, the cookies and cream protein shake will most likely be a bit thinner.

    If you want to switch up the flavor slightly, use chocolate protein powder, it's a fun twist!

    Homemade cookies are better (to me!) but gluten-free oreo cookies are wicked too.

    Frozen banana will make the smoothie creamier than a fresh banana. Either way, make sure to use a very ripe banana as it’s sweeter!

    Make sure to ppt for the coconut milk in the can and try to use full fat. Grab just the white part and leave the water. This makes the smoothie creamier.

    Glass with cookies and cream shake topped with coconut whipped cream and crumbled cookies with a striped straw in it. There are straws, chocolate chip, cookies and chocolate chips around the glass.

    Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).

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    Frequently Asked Questions About The Cookies And Cream Protein
    Shake

    Do I use vanilla protein powder or cookies and cream?

    To make a cookies and cream protein shake you can either use vanilla protein powder or a cookies and cream flavored protein powder. The flavored protein powder will most likely be sweeter which will alter the recipe slightly. Since not everyone has access to multiple flavors of protein powder, having a recipe on hand that uses just vanilla protein is helpful.

    Can I make a protein shake ahead of time?

    Though you can make a cookies and cream shake ahead of time, it will thin (even if stored in the fridge). You’ll want to shake it before consuming it and make sure to store it without any of the toppings. Put those on just as you’re about to enjoy it.

    How do you make creamy protein shakes?

    Multiple factors contribute to the texture of a protein shake. Frozen bananas, avocados, mangos, and coconut cream all make smoothies creamier. The ratio of liquid to ingredients will also affect the texture of the smoothie.

    What does "cookies and cream" mean?

    A common milkshake flavor it's a combination of a sweet vanilla milkshake coupled with crumbled cookies (most often chocolate sandwich cookies) and topped with whipped cream.

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    Glass with cookies and cream shake topped with coconut whipped cream and crumbled cookies with a striped straw in it. There are straws, chocolate chip, cookies and chocolate chips around the glass.

    Cookies & Cream Protein Smoothie

    Shelby Aka Mamabear
    Super smooth and healthy! This cookies and cream protein shake is made with minimal ingredients and is the perfect way to indulge a craving.
    5 from 54 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, post-workout, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 373 kcal

    Video

    Equipment

    • High powered blender

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup Vegan Protein Powder 1.5 scoops
    • 1 banana
    • ½ zucchini sliced
    • 2 tbs mini chocolate chips
    • ¼ cup coconut milk canned
    • 6 ice cubes
    • ¾ cup dairy-free milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 date
    • 1 chocolate chip cookie or cookies or choice

    Instructions
     

    • In a high-powered blender add in all the ingredients except the cookie.
    • Blend until smooth and creamy.
    • Divide the smoothie into two glasses.
    • Top with coconut whipped cream (optional) and crumbled cookies.

    Notes

    • The cookies and cream protein shake will be thinner if you use whey protein.
    • Top the cookies and cream protein shake with any cookie you love. I prefer these homemade crumble cookies.
    • Any non-dairy milk will work (almond milk, homemade hemp milk etc).
    • If you want to switch up the flavor slightly, use chocolate protein powder, it's a fun twist!
    • Frozen banana will make the smoothie creamier than a fresh banana. Either way, make sure to use a very ripe banana as it’s sweeter!
    • Learn more about Gluten-Free Pantry Staples to have on hand for this recipe!
    • The nutritional breakdown uses one store-bought chocolate chip cookie split between two servings and does not include whipped cream.
    Disclaimer:

    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"

    Nutrition

    Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 355mgPotassium: 562mgFiber: 3gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 518IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 176mgIron: 7mg
    Keyword protein powder recipe, protein shake, smoothie
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Glenda

      February 28, 2022 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at cookies and cream! This was thick and delicious. The fact that it is loaded with veggies and nutrients made it that much more enjoyable.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        February 28, 2022 at 11:47 pm

        Haha best flavor combo because no one can say no to cookies!

        Reply
    2. Tessa

      March 01, 2022 at 9:58 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the tip about the zucchini! I've hid a lot of veggies in smoothies before but never that one. It seems like it would have a nice, blend-able flavor that wouldn't stand out as too veggie.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 04, 2022 at 1:36 am

        Haha most people are so put off by it but it makes smoothies SO creamy!

        Reply
    3. Donna

      March 02, 2022 at 12:51 am

      5 stars
      Love the sneaky zucchini, and you couldn't even tell it was in there. Definitely tasted like an absolute indulgence, so thick and creamy.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 04, 2022 at 1:36 am

        That's the best when you can truly sneak it in1 Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

        Reply
    4. Mandy Applegate

      March 02, 2022 at 8:33 am

      5 stars
      Wow, I loved this, it's great that something so indulgent is also giving me the protein I need!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 04, 2022 at 1:36 am

        Right?! Best of both worlds

        Reply
    5. Jean

      March 03, 2022 at 12:23 am

      5 stars
      I love a good dairy-free protein shake!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 04, 2022 at 1:36 am

        And you can't go wrong with cookies!

        Reply
    6. nancy

      March 03, 2022 at 9:30 pm

      5 stars
      i can't believe this yummy smoothie is dairfy free. it's perfect without feeling to heavy

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 04, 2022 at 1:37 am

        Yes! Plus... cookies hehe

        Reply
    7. Farwin

      March 03, 2022 at 11:44 pm

      Wow! this shake is so thick and creamy, and you can't taste the zucchini. So delicious!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 04, 2022 at 1:37 am

        The best is when you can sneak more veggie sin, glad you liked it!

        Reply
    8. Farwin

      March 03, 2022 at 11:45 pm

      5 stars
      This shake is absolutely delicious. Can't even taste the zucchini.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 04, 2022 at 1:38 am

        Hehe, sneaky ninja for the win! But seriously, it makes it ultra creamy!

        Reply
    9. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/

      March 04, 2022 at 11:47 am

      5 stars
      I see how it makes a meal with all that you added! Great use for courgettes, too and a creative way to introduce a veggie in shakes!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 08, 2022 at 8:06 am

        It is definitely a meal... an yummy indulgent one!

        Reply
    10. Jenn

      March 04, 2022 at 2:24 pm

      5 stars
      You have a talent for making indulgent food that's also good for you! I loved this and it felt great knowing it was good for me, too!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 08, 2022 at 8:06 am

        Hehe it's always fun to feel like something is more indulgent than it is... thank you!

        Reply
      • Rose

        April 11, 2023 at 2:30 pm

        5 stars
        Love love love this cookie and cream smoothie! Love all the ingredients in this but especially the zucchini! What's a genius idea!

        Reply
        • fitasamamabear

          April 11, 2023 at 8:00 pm

          Hehe it's a sneaky way to get in some extra veggies!

          Reply
    11. julie

      March 10, 2022 at 10:33 pm

      5 stars
      I'm making this! This shake has my name written all over it!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        March 14, 2022 at 8:38 pm

        Hehe cookies are life!!

        Reply
    12. Ann

      July 16, 2022 at 2:07 pm

      5 stars
      Dairy free + cookies and cream!? So yummy and good for you, too.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        July 18, 2022 at 11:34 am

        Haha definitely a great flavor combo!

        Reply
    13. Elizabeth S

      April 11, 2023 at 2:16 pm

      5 stars
      This was good! I added banana like you suggested and it was so creamy (not icy at all). Thanks for a great recipe!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        April 11, 2023 at 7:59 pm

        Mmm it makes it so creamy lol glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    14. Kimmy

      December 07, 2023 at 7:58 am

      5 stars
      Good job on sharing this very delicious recipe! I tried this yesterday and so far this is one of my favorites my husband is not a vegan but still he loves your recipe. This is perfect my family will visit me this coming weekend and I will introduce this to everyone. LOOOVEEE ITTTTT❤️️

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        December 08, 2023 at 7:06 am

        This makes my heart happy, thank you!!

        Reply
    15. Glenna

      January 02, 2024 at 10:53 am

      5 stars
      The combination of banana, zucchini, and mini chocolate chips is surprisingly tasty, and the texture is spot-on. Another guilt free snack that I'm adding to favorites.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        January 03, 2024 at 1:20 pm

        It's a yummy combo for sure!

        Reply
    16. Carol

      January 02, 2024 at 8:59 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is to die for. It's the new year and of course, we are all trying to eat healthier, but this recipe tastes like dessert! I don't feel deprived at all. I love that I can feel good about "indulging"

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        January 03, 2024 at 1:20 pm

        Haha things that are healthy that taste like dessert are my jam lol

        Reply
    17. Jenny

      January 03, 2024 at 1:49 am

      5 stars
      As part of my New Year's resolution, I'm trying to get more protein in but I also have a huge sweet tooth! This protein shake helped satisfy my sweet tooth while filling me up. I will definitely be making it again!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        January 03, 2024 at 1:21 pm

        I'm the same way! You'll find lots of recipes that combine healthy with sweet here lol

        Reply
    18. hanna

      January 03, 2024 at 3:37 am

      Oh wow, this shake was absolutely delicious! I love how creamy it was. This will definitely my favourite post workout shake. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        January 03, 2024 at 1:21 pm

        Glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    19. Bennieluv

      January 03, 2024 at 8:35 am

      5 stars
      This protein shake is delightful, really creamy! It was a perfect addition to my post-workout meal yesterday 😀

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        January 03, 2024 at 1:21 pm

        Happy you liked it!

        Reply
    20. Polly

      January 26, 2024 at 5:17 am

      5 stars
      This shake is so thick, creamy and tastes so amazing. Will be making it again!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        January 30, 2024 at 8:00 am

        Happy you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    21. Kara

      April 06, 2024 at 11:03 pm

      5 stars
      I have to admit that I was a little hesitant about the zucchini in it, but I ended up loving it. It gave it a really great texture.

      Reply
    22. Martina

      April 07, 2024 at 2:35 am

      5 stars
      This was honestly so good. It's super creamy and indulgent and tastes just like a classic cookies and cream smoothie. You wouldn't even know there's zucchini in it! Will be making this again for sure!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        April 10, 2024 at 4:59 pm

        Happy you liked it! It's a wicked indulgence.

        Reply
    23. Bonnie

      April 07, 2024 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow! Was this ever a treat! It's such a wonderful way to get so much nutrition into something that felt really decadent. Thank you for the delicious recipe!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        April 10, 2024 at 4:59 pm

        Right?! Best kind of balance lol

        Reply
    24. Kris

      April 07, 2024 at 4:30 pm

      5 stars
      You would never guess this is as healthy as it is! It really satisfied my dessert cravings. I'll be turning to this again and again!

      Reply
    25. Mel

      April 07, 2024 at 11:14 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast or snack. Made this a few times last week and it was filling. Feels like a full meal.

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        April 10, 2024 at 4:59 pm

        Happy you enjoyed it.

        Reply
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