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    10 Smoothies That Taste Like Dessert But Are Totally Healthy

    Modified: Aug 17, 2025 · by Shelby Stover · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    If you’ve ever wished your favorite dessert could magically be good for you, these treats are your answer. These smoothie recipes taste like classic treats. Think chocolate, peanut butter, fruity treats, and more, all without heavy calories! You can whip them up in under five minutes with just a blender and a few everyday ingredients. Plus, they're perfect for busy mornings, post-workout recovery, or when you want a treat that works with your goals.

    Dairy-Free Blueberry Protein Shake

    Blueberry protein shake in a glass with blueberries on top and straws in the glass.
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    Thick and creamy this blueberry protein shake uses frozen blueberries and coconut milk for its rich texture and is lightly sweetened with maple syrup. With 19 grams of protein, it makes for an easy breakfast or on-the-go snack.

    Get the recipe: Blueberry Protein Shake 

    High-Protein Coffee Smoothie Bowl

    Wooden bowl with a coffee protein smoothie in it topped with granola, chocolate chips, bananas, and peanut butter.
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    Perfect for coffee lovers or those of us who need a bit more of a boost in the mornings. This coffee smoothie bowl has 28 grams of protein, a rich and creamy texture, and a deliciously comforting latte flavor. Get the recipe: Coffee Smoothie Bowl

    Mango Lime Smoothie

    Mango protein smoothie in a glass on a cutting board topped with lime and mango.
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    Rich, creamy, and with a tropical flavor this mango protein smoothie is the perfect way to gain some energy! Made with tropical ingredients and no Greek yogurt, this mango smoothie works just as well for breakfast as it does as a midday snack.

    Get the recipe: Mango Protein Smoothie

    Chunky Monkey Milkshake

    chunky monkey smoothie in a glass with almonds around it
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    A blend of creamy chocolate indulgence topped with sticky, sweet homemade caramel sauce! This chunky monkey protein smoothie is more like ice cream than a shake. Easy to whip up post-workout, decadent, and a refreshing way to curb a craving.

    Get the recipe: Chunky Monkey Shake

    Protein-Packed Pomegranate Smoothie

    Purple pomegranate smoothie in small glass topped with polkadot straw and pomegranate seeds on a cutting board with a sliced pomegranate behind it
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    With 30 grams of protein this festive, pomegranate smoothie recipe is a vibrant blend of colors. Creamy and sweetened with honey, it’s a Holiday-inspired smoothie that’s easy to whip up and a great way to use up those pomegranate arils!

    Get the recipe: Easy Pomegranate Smoothie

    Cookies and Cream Protein Shake

    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.
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    Thick, creamy, and better than any milkshake, this cookies and cream protein shake is a healthy indulgence you need on hand. A protein smoothie that's an easy way to boost your protein intake and fuel up post-workout or gain some afternoon energy!

    Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Cookies And Cream Protein Shake

    Healthy Matcha Banana Smoothie

    Banana matcha smoothie in a glass with red straws on a checkered wooden currint board.
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    The ultimate morning pick me up! This matcha banana smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and packed with 58 grams of protein.

    Get the recipe: Matcha Banana Smoothie

    Choco Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

    Chocolate peanut butter cup smoothie in mason jar topped with peanut butter cup and red straws in it.
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    Your favorite peanut butter flavor wrapped into a smooth, creamy smoothie with a bit of crunch. This chocolate peanut butter cup smoothie is the ultimate protein shake. Rich, indulgent, and deliciously fueling.

    Get the recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

    Vegan Salted Caramel Smoothie

    Mason jar with caramel protein shake topped with coconut whipped cream, caramel sauce and chocolate chips two red straws in the smoothie and chocolate chips on a cutting board behind it.
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    Enjoy this sweet and salty indulgence any time of the day! A salted caramel protein shake worthy of dessert. Made with vanilla vegan protein powder and drizzled with homemade caramel sauce, this dairy-free protein shake is the perfect afternoon pick me up. 

    Get the recipe: Salted Caramel Smoothie

    Easy Strawberry Protein Shake

    Strawberry protein shake in a glass on a cutting board with strawberries around and behind it
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    Keep post-workout simple with this refreshing, creamy, strawberry protein shake! Made with just six ingredients, this post-workout smoothie has all the fuel you need to replenish, refuel, and get out the door!

    Get the recipe: Strawberry Protein Shake 

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