This High-Protein Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie tastes like dessert with no protein powder. It looks like a classic strawberry milkshake and tastes like a creamy dessert drink loaded with fresh strawberries.
Made with real ingredients and no protein powder, it is secretly packed with protein and has no weird aftertaste. This antioxidant-rich smoothie is something you’ll want to sip every day.
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If you are looking for a healthy smoothie or a post-workout, protein-packed breakfast, then this creamy and refreshing strawberry cottage cheese smoothie is just what you need.
It’s thick, satisfying, naturally sweet, and tastes absolutely irresistible.
All in all, it’s a beautiful, delicious strawberry milkshake packed with protein and no guilt.
About Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
This strawberry cottage cheese smoothie is a healthier take on your good old strawberry smoothie. It is a high-protein drink that blends the creamy richness of cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of strawberries. The result is a dessert-like smoothie that’s perfect for breakfast, a post-workout shake, or a wholesome snack.
It’s a simple, quick, and easy-to-make smoothie that is incredibly versatile. You can swap some ingredients like honey with strawberry jam or maple syrup, or add some of your favorites to make it your own. It is a gluten-free and vegetarian smoothie that can also be made vegan with a slight adjustment. It doesn’t rely on protein powders to meet your protein goals. Thanks to cottage cheese, no protein powder is required.
Just a few everyday ingredients like milk, strawberries, cottage cheese, honey, one blender, and five minutes. That’s all you need to make this amazing smoothie.
So are you ready to make and enjoy the wholesome deliciousness in every sip?
This high-protein strawberry cottage cheese smoothie is proof that healthy recipes don’t have to be boring. With its rich milkshake-like flavor and nourishing ingredients, it’s a treat you can feel good about.
Whether you are looking for a filling breakfast, a sweet post-workout smoothie, or a guilt-free dessert, this one checks all the boxes.
Why You’ll Love the Recipe
This Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
✔ is high in protein
✔ is quick and easy
✔ tastes like a milkshake
✔ is ready in just 5 minutes
✔ is thick, creamy, and dessert-like
✔ is naturally sweetened
✔ can be customized
✔ has no weird taste
✔ can be made vegan
✔ uses 5 ingredients
Ingredients
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Cottage cheese – It is the star ingredient for this strawberry smoothie recipe. It adds a creamy texture and a solid protein boost.
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Strawberries – They add a lush color and beautiful strawberry flavor. I use half fresh and half frozen for the perfect milkshake consistency.
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Milk – You can use any milk of your choice. Almond, oat, soy, or dairy milk all work well.
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Vanilla extract (optional) – It adds a sweet, cozy, milkshake-like aroma, though it’s optional.
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Sweetener (optional) – I added honey to sweeten it, but you can also use maple syrup or agave. Strawberry jam also works to boost strawberry flavor.
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For serving – I used chopped roasted pistachios for a pop of color and crunch, and fresh strawberries for garnish. Adding garnish is totally optional.
How to Make Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
1. Making this milkshake is very simple. Just toss fresh strawberries, frozen strawberries, cottage cheese, milk, vanilla extract, and your sweetener into a high-speed blender.
2. Blend on high for 1 to 2 minutes until silky and creamy. Scrape down the sides if needed.
3. Pour into chilled serving glasses, garnish with strawberries and pistachios, and serve fresh or chill for up to 1 hour.
Variations Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Vegan version
For a vegan version, swap honey with maple syrup or agave. Also use plant-based cottage cheese and dairy-free milk like almond or oat.
Mixed Berries
Instead of only strawberries, you can use a mix of fresh or frozen berries like blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries.
One Type of Strawberries
If you want a frosty smoothie, use only frozen ones. Use only fresh strawberries for a lighter, juicier texture.
Strawberry Jam Twist
You can substitute honey or other sweeteners with 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam for an extra fruity flavor.
Add-ins
You can add ingredients like chia seeds, flaxseeds, or a handful of oats for added nutrition and a different consistency.
Serving Suggestions
Like any other smoothie, you can serve it after a workout as a natural protein shake. Enjoy it as is or top it with granola or nuts for extra crunch and fiber.
For a comforting breakfast, pair it with Strawberry Overnight Oats, Strawberry Cottage Cheese Toast, blueberry toast or granola for a quick meal.
Meal prep: For an on-the-go snack, pour it into a mason jar and take it with you.
Storage Suggestions
This easy strawberry smoothie is best enjoyed fresh, but you can refrigerate it for up to 24 hours if making it for meal prep. Just give it a quick shake or stir before serving if it separates.
Freezing is not advised, as the texture may change once thawed.
Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
1. Flavorings: I added a dash of vanilla extract for a dessert-like taste. Adding flavor is optional. You can also use sweet-scented spices like a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom.
2. Milk: You can use almond, oat, soy, coconut, or dairy milk. Vanilla-flavored milk also works well.
3. No Ice: Since I use a mix of frozen and fresh strawberries, this smoothie doesn’t need ice. The frozen berries make it naturally cold and thick. If you use only fresh strawberries, feel free to add ice cubes.
4. Blending: For a silky, creamy texture, blend for at least 1 to 2 minutes on high speed. The full minute helps the cottage cheese blend smoothly.
5. Nut-Free: To make it nut-free, skip the roasted pistachio garnish and avoid nut-based milk.
6. Seeds: Feel free to add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds for more nutrients.
Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie (Step-by-step photo instructions)
How to Make Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
- Add fresh strawberries, frozen strawberries (no need to thaw), cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender.
- Blend on high for about 1–2 minutes, or until completely smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, scrape down the sides and add a splash of milk to thin it out, if desired. I like mine on the thicker side. Taste your smoothie, and feel free to add a bit more sweetener if needed.
- Pour the chilled smoothie into serving glasses, garnish with strawberries, and chopped roasted pistachios. Enjoy it right away while it’s cold and fresh, or chill it for up to 1 hour.
Recipe Card
Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 7 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Breakfast | International | 2 small |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 195 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup strawberries (I’m using half fresh and half frozen)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons sweetener of your choice (optional)
- 1/2 cup (60 ml) milk of your choice
INSTRUCTIONS:
How to Make Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
- Add fresh strawberries, frozen strawberries (no need to thaw), cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender.
- Blend on high for about 1–2 minutes, or until completely smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, scrape down the sides and add a splash of milk to thin it out, if desired. I like mine on the thicker side. Taste your smoothie, and feel free to add a bit more sweetener if needed.
- Pour the chilled smoothie into serving glasses, garnish with strawberries, and chopped roasted pistachios. Enjoy it right away while it’s cold and fresh, or chill it for up to 1 hour.
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NOTES:
- For a twist and a more milkshake-like flavor, you can also swap the honey for strawberry jam.
- You can use almond, oat, soy, coconut, or dairy milk. Vanilla-flavored milk also works well.
- Since I use a mix of frozen and fresh strawberries, this smoothie doesn’t need ice. The frozen berries make it naturally cold and thick. If you use only fresh strawberries, feel free to add ice cubes.
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