Oreo Protein Shake
This Oreo protein shake is thick, creamy and tastes just like dessert. Packed with protein and even has some hidden veggies, this healthier cookies and cream protein shake is so easy to make, takes just 5 minutes and is so filling.
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Why you will love this recipe
- Everything you love about a oreo shake – this protein cookie smoothie is sweetened with dates, bananas and is the perfect level of sweetness without being overpowering. It’s even got a hidden veggie (frozen cauliflower rice), making it much more filling and a good for you snack or dessert.
- Easy to make – smoothies are my go to when I want something sweet and satisfying, and this Oreo cookie protein shake is no exception. Just measure and blend, so simple.
- Packed with protein – this cookie protein shake has 20 grams of protein but tastes like a milkshake. F you are having trouble getting your protein in, add this shake in as a healthy snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- Frozen banana – frozen banana adds sweetness and also helps make the smoothie thick and creamy. If you don’t have frozen banana, add banana and ½ cup of ice to get the same consistency.
- Frozen cauliflower rice – cauliflower rice adds so much fiber, vitamins and minerals to the smoothie without changing the flavor. I find that frozen cauliflower (regular or riced) has much less of a cauliflower flavor than fresh cauliflower. Do not use fresh cauliflower (or fresh cauliflower rice). You could also use frozen zucchini or frozen spinach (especially if you want to make this a mint version).
- Protein powder – I like using a vanilla protein powder in this smoothie, but you could also do chocolate. The protein powder adds some sweetness to the shake, as well as packs it with protein. I like the consistency of vegan protein powder, but you could also use whey or beef isolate, just use less milk.
- Pitted medjool dates – dates add a caramel flavor to the Oreo protein shake and also help to give it just the right amount of sweetness. Be sure to remove the pits from the inside of the dates before adding them to the blender.
- Dairy free milk – use whatever milk you have on hand – almond milk, oat milk, cashew milk, coconut milk, or regular dairy milk.
- Cacao nibs (optional) – cacao nibs give texture, they break down into small chunks that you can chew in the smoothie. If you don’t have them, you could add a handful of mini chocolate chips at the end of blending.
- Oreo cookies (or your favorite sandwich cookie) – this is what gives the protein cookie shake it’s cookies and cream taste. Add the cookies at the very end of blending so they don’t completely dissolve into the shake.
How to make protein oreo shake
Add frozen banana, frozen cauliflower rice, protein powder, dairy free milk and pitted dates to a blender. Blend on high for 1 minute.
Add cacao nibs and blend 10-15 seconds.
Add Oreo’s and blend 5-10 seconds.
Pour into a glass or a bowl and enjoy.
Top tips
- To make this healthy Oreo milkshake gluten free, be sure to use gluten free Oreo’s or use the Simple Mills Chocolate Sandwiches (which is what I used).
- Each protein powder will absorb liquid differently, so check the consistency of the shake before adding the cookies.
- If it’s too thin, and ¼ cup of ice.
- If it’s too thick, add 2-3 tablespoons of dairy free milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
- If you don’t have medjool dates, add 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey.
Additional ingredients for cookies and cream protein shake
- Greek yogurt (regular or dairy free) – this will make the shake even thicker and can add some additional protein as well. I like to replace some of the milk in the recipe with Greek yogurt. So if you are adding ½ cup Greek yogurt, reduce the milk by ½ cup.
- Vanilla extract – just like making a cake, adding a touch of vanilla can really take the flavor of this smoothie to the next level.
- Mint extract – make this a mint Oreo protein smoothie by adding a few drops of Peppermint extract to the blender when blending.
- Chia seeds or flax seeds – want to increase the fiber and how full you feel from this shake? Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flax to the blender with the protein powder.
- Peanut butter (or almond butter) – make this a peanut butter Oreo smoothie by adding 1-2 tablespoons of peanut butter.
Topping ideas
- Whipped cream or coconut whipped cream – take this up to milkshake level by adding some whipped cream and a few crushed Oreo’s.
- Crushed cookies
- Chocolate syrup
- Peanut butter or almond butter drizzle
- Chocolate chips (mini are best)
- Granola or cereal
Common questions
Can you make this with water?
If you want to make this cookies and cream protein shake with water you can, but the texture won’t be quite as rich and creamy. If you don’t have milk on hand, add ½ tablespoon of almond butter, peanut butter, sunbutter or tahini to the blender with water to make your own dairy free milk..
How to remove the pit from a date
Dates have a long, thin pit running through the center that will ruin your smoothie if it’s not removed (trust me). To remove the pit, simply cut the date lengthwise to expose the pit. Use your fingers to remove the pit.
Note: you don’t need to use a knife for this, you can simply tear the date open to remove the pit since you are blending it anyway.
Can you prep this in advance?
Because the cookies will start to get soggy quickly, I recommend that you wait to prep this until right before enjoying. You can however measure out the banana and frozen cauliflower rice in advance and store them in a freezer safe bag so you can just drop that in the blender, add the rest of the ingredients and blend.
Storing leftovers
If you have leftover Oreo protein shake, I recommend that you pour it into a popsicle mold and freeze it to enjoy as a popsicle later.
If you love this healthy protein smoothie, you should try
Chocolate Strawberry Banana Smoothie
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Oreo Protein Shake
Oreo protein shake is thick, creamy and taste just like dessert. This healthy cookies and creamy protein shake is easy to make, ready in 5 minutes and will satisfy your sweet tooth. It's very filling, packed with protein and fiber (with hidden veggies), this recipe is dairy free, gluten free and vegan.
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Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen cauliflower rice
- 1 serving protein powder
- 1 cup dairy free milk
- 2 pitted medjool dates
- 2 tbsp cacao nibs - optional
- 3 oreo cookies
Instructions
- Add frozen banana, frozen cauliflower rice, protein powder, dairy free milk and pitted medjool dates to blender. Blend on high 1 minute.
- Add cacao nibs (or mini chocolate chips) and blend 10-15 seconds.
- Add the oreo cookies to the blender and blend 10-15 seconds to incorporate.
Notes
Top tips
- To make this healthy oreo milkshake gluten free, be sure to use gluten free Oreo’s or use the Simple Mills Chocolate Sandwiches (which is what I used).
- Each protein powder will absorb liquid differently, so check the consistency of the shake before adding the cookies.
- If it’s too thin, and ¼ cup of ice.
- If it’s too thick, add 2-3 tablespoons of dairy free milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
- If you don’t have medjool dates, add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey.
- Greek yogurt (regular or dairy free) – can thicken the shake and add more protein. I recommend replacing some of the milk in the recipe with Greek yogurt. So if you are adding ½ cup Greek yogurt, reduce the milk by ½ cup.
- Vanilla extract – just like making a cake, adding a touch of vanilla can really take the flavor of this smoothie to the next level.
- Mint extract – make this a mint Oreo protein smoothie by adding a few drops of Peppermint extract to the blender when blending.
- Chia seeds or flax seeds – want to increase the fiber and how full you feel from this shake? Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flax to the blender with the protein powder.
- Peanut butter (or almond butter) – make this a peanut butter Oreo smoothie by adding 1-2 tablespoons of peanut butter.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
613
Fat
19
g
Carbohydrates
92
g
Fiber
12
g
Sugar
59
g
Protein
30
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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