Warm Cinnamon Protein Smoothie for Weight Loss
A cozy, metabolism-boosting warm smoothie that tastes like cinnamon roll in a mug. Perfect for cold mornings when you want something filling, nutritious, and actually enjoyable. Ready in 5 minutes with ingredients you probably already have.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup hot brewed coffee or hot water
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 25g
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 teaspoon honey optional
Instructions
- Heat almond milk in microwave for 45-60 seconds until steaming hot but not boiling. Brew fresh coffee or heat water separately.
- Add protein powder, almond butter, cinnamon, ginger, flaxseed, vanilla extract, and salt to your blender first.
- Pour warm almond milk and hot coffee into blender carefully. Secure lid tightly and start on low speed for 10 seconds, then increase to medium-high for 20-30 seconds.
- Add frozen banana and blend again for 15-20 seconds until completely smooth and warm but not hot.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Pour into large mug and enjoy immediately while warm.
Notes
SUBSTITUTIONS: Use any protein powder you prefer (whey, pea, hemp). Replace almond butter with peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter for nut-free option. Skip banana and add 2 tablespoons rolled oats for lower sugar version.
TEMPERATURE TIP: Final smoothie should be comfortably warm like a latte, not scalding. If too hot, let sit 1-2 minutes before drinking.
STORAGE: Best consumed immediately. Cannot be stored or reheated. Prep "smoothie packs" with dry and frozen ingredients in freezer bags for quick morning assembly.