If you're looking for a high-protein smoothie that doesn't require protein powder, you'll love this delicious Cottage Cheese Strawberry Smoothie! Naturally sweetened with extra ripe banana and fresh strawberries, this smoothie is a sweet and creamy treat that honestly tastes more like a milkshake than a typical smoothie!

The amount of cottage cheese in this recipe provides an incredible 20 + grams of protein, making it a great option for a post-workout snack or a filling breakfast. Plus, with its tangy and sweet flavor, this smoothie might even remind you of a slice of classic Strawberry Cheesecake!

And if you're a fan of this recipe, be sure to check out my Blended Cottage Cheese Ice Cream or my Lemon Cottage Cheese Mousse recipe for another delicious and protein-packed treat!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• High in protein without the need for protein powder-- thanks to cottage cheese!
• Great way to use up ripe bananas!
• Calls for frozen strawberries which you can always have stocked in your freezer.
• Versatile - you can customize this recipe with different fruits or flavors. For example: add peanut butter!
• Creamy texture thanks to the cottage cheese, which also adds a slight tangy flavor that will remind you of cheesecake!
• Perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast on-the-go.
• Makes a great post-workout snack or meal, as it contains the protein needed for muscle recovery and repair.

Ingredients

• Banana - choose an overripe banana for extra sweetness. You can use fresh or frozen.
• Cottage Cheese - I choose to use 2% cottage cheese but you could choose whatever fat percentage meets your dietary needs.
• Strawberries - the recipe calls for frozen but of course, you could use fresh if you have them on hand! Using frozen strawberries will also help create a thick and frosty smoothie texture.
• Whole Milk - or swap for the milk of your choice! I also like to use goat milk whenever I have it.
• Honey or Maple Syrup - Adds a touch of sweetness to balance out the tartness of the strawberries and the tanginess of the cottage cheese. This ingredient is optional and can be omitted or adjusted based on your preference for sweetness.

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

Substitutions & Variations

I have not experimented with any other substitutions or alterations for this recipe. If you decide to make any changes by adding or substituting ingredients, I would love it if you could share your results with us by leaving a comment below.

• Substitute the frozen strawberries with any other frozen fruit, such as blueberries, raspberries, or mixed berries.
• Use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese if that's what you have in your fridge.
• Add a handful of spinach or kale for some extra nutrients and fiber. You can also add a scoop of protein powder for an extra protein boost.
• Top with granola, sliced almonds, or shredded coconut for some added crunch.
• Make it a smoothie bowl by pouring the blended mixture into a bowl and topping with sliced fruit, nuts, and granola.
• Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds for some healthy fats and fiber.

Expert Tips

• Use frozen strawberries and frozen banana to achieve a thick ice cream consistency if that's what you love!
• Taste the smoothie before serving and adjust the sweetness and texture to your preference. If the smoothie is too thick, add more liquid (milk or water) until it reaches your desired consistency. If it's too tart, add more honey or maple syrup.
• If your blender is not very powerful, consider blending the ingredients in stages, starting with the liquid and softest ingredients first, and gradually adding the harder ingredients.
• Boost the nutrition in this smoothie with ingredients such as chlorophyll, camu camu powder, a scoop of collagen, probiotic powder etc.

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