Carrot Cake Protein Smoothie {GF, Low Calorie}

Carrot Cake Protein Smoothie! A high protein breakfast or snack that tastes like carrot cake with minimal ingredients and tons of flavor! Low Calorie + Gluten Free

If you're looking for an easy high protein breakfast with a spring-y feel, you've come to the right place today!

Personally I'm not a huge fan of smoothies because I'd rather eat my calories than drink them.

That's just me, but not everyone is the same and sometimes you just want something that's easy to throw together in a blender to satisfy you for a quick meal.

Carrot Cake Protein Smoothie

This yummy protein smoothie is not only higher in protein, but it tastes like carrot cake. Now you can have your cake without all the calories!

The best part it's simple, egg free and easy way to satisfy a craving for a snack or as a meal replacement.

What You Need

• Vanilla Protein Powder
• Carrots
• Unsweetened Cashew Milk or milk of choice
• Cinnamon
• Vanilla Extract
• Stevia
• Coconut Flakes
• Ice

What kind of protein powder to use for smoothies?

You can use any vanilla protein powder in a smoothie recipe, but make sure it's one you enjoy drinking on its own.

I personally do not use protein powders with whey protein as they do not agree with me, but if they work for you then you can use them!

My favorite brands for protein powders are Garden of Life, Orgain, Vega Protein & Greens and Nutiva Hemp Protein.

What to substitute for protein powder in smoothies?

Greek yogurt, dairy free yogurts like almond or coconut, cottage cheese or collagen peptides can be substituted for protein powders. I actually love Greek yogurt and collagen peptides when I'm out of protein powder.

If none of these options are things you like, then consider that a smoothie isn't for you. A smoothie should always be balanced with protein and many women I work with confuse protein and fat.

They add nuts and seeds or nut butters to their smoothies thinking it's protein. It's not. Nuts, seeds and nut butters are fats.

While these things do have a small amount of protein, they primarily consist of fat. If you're having a smoothie, you either need to add protein to the smoothie or eat protein on the side to control the blood sugar response.

Being smart about how you make your smoothie is key!

What I Used For The Recipe

About Megan

Megan is a certified nutrition practitioner, author, freelance food photographer and fitness instructor living in Phoenix, Arizona. On her blog, Skinny Fitalicious she shares EASY, gluten free recipes for weight loss. Follow Megan on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates.