Content

• Ingredients
• Vegan almond milkshake
• Chocolate almond milkshake
• Vanilla almond milkshake
• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Veggie Almond Milkshake
• Method 2 of 4: Chocolate Almond Milk Shake
• Method 3 of 4: Vanilla Almond Milkshake
• Method 4 of 4: Alternative recipe variations
• Tips
• What do you need

Almond milk is a great alternative to cow's or soy milk. It does not contain cholesterol and is rich in proteins and vitamins. If you love the taste of almond milk, you might be wondering how it can be used to make milkshakes and smoothies. Plus, these recipes are a great alternative for those with lactose intolerance.

Ingredients

Vegan almond milkshake

Serves 4:

• 1½ cups (350 ml) almond milk
• 2 medium bananas, diced (optional)
• 2 cups (300 g) strawberries (optional)
• 2 to 3 tablespoons (43 to 64 g) agave syrup
• ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml or g) of flavoring (such as cinnamon, vanilla extract, etc.)
• 5 large ice cubes

Chocolate almond milkshake

Serves 4:

• 1 large pack of chocolate ice cream (350 g) softened
• 1 cup (240 ml) almond milk
• 1 cup (250 g) low fat vanilla yogurt
• ½ cup (125 g) unsalted almond spread
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
• 1 small bar of semi-sweet chocolate (50 g)

Vanilla almond milkshake

For 1-2 servings

• 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream (individually)
• 1 cup (240 ml) almond milk
• 2 tablespoons (30 g) honey
• 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted almond spread
• ¼ cup (30 g) minced almonds plus a small supply to garnish the drink

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Veggie Almond Milkshake

1. 1 Pour the almond milk into a blender. Depending on personal preference, you can use plain milk, vanilla milk, or chocolate almond milk. For a healthier shake, opt for unsweetened almond milk and rely on other ingredients to add sweetness.
   • If you're looking to make an almond milk smoothie rather than just a shake, include 240 ml of low fat yogurt in your recipe. When doing this, reduce the amount of almond milk to ¾ cup (180 ml). For a lactose-free smoothie, use almond, soy, or coconut yogurt.
2. 2 Slice 2 medium bananas and add to blender. If you do not like bananas, you can refuse them or replace them with other fruits, for example, mango. Banana serves to give the cocktail a thicker consistency and rich flavor.
   • For a thick smoothie, use frozen bananas in your recipe.
3. 3 If you want to make the drink even healthier, add 2 cups (300 g) strawberries. If strawberries are not available, other fruits can be used. If these are large fruits, such as peaches, be sure to chop them first. Berries and fruits such as:
   • blueberry;
   • mango;
   • peaches;
   • Strawberry.
4. 4 Add 5 large ice cubes to a blender. The ice will make the drink pleasantly thick. However, if you used frozen fruit in your recipe, you can skip the ice unless you want to make a very thick smoothie.
5. 5 Add some agave syrup to sweeten the drink. If you don't like agave syrup, you can use another type of sweetener, such as stevia. And if you're not a strict vegetarian, you can try adding honey.
   • When using almond milk with different flavors in a recipe, such as vanilla or chocolate flavors, there is no need to add honey or any other sweetener to the drink.
6. 6 Use flavors if desired. To enhance the almond flavor, you can add almond extract to the cocktail or use a spice used in baked goods. Cinnamon and nutmeg are good flavor options!
   • For a chocolatey flavor, add 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 g) of cocoa powder.
   • Add 1 tablespoon of flaxseed to saturate and thicken the drink.
   • You can also add 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 g) of almond spread to enhance the almond flavor. If you want a less sweet smoothie, use a salty almond spread.
7. 7 Beat the smoothie in a blender on low speed until smooth. Depending on how many ingredients you add to the blender, this process will take 30 to 45 seconds. Probably, from time to time you will need to open the blender and use a spatula to lower the contents from the walls a little lower. This will allow you to achieve a smooth consistency of the drink.
8. 8 Pour the smoothie into tall glasses and serve. For a special effect, stick cocktail tubes into glasses and garnish with leftover fruit.
9. 9 Ready.

Method 2 of 4: Chocolate Almond Milk Shake

1. 1 Transfer the contents of a large packet of chocolate ice cream (350 g) to a blender or food processor. If the ice cream is too hard to spoon easily, it will be difficult to beat. First, let it thaw and soften a little.
2. 2 Next, add almond milk and vanilla yogurt there. If you don't like the taste of vanilla or want a less sweet smoothie, use plain yogurt.
3. 3 Add almond spread and vanilla extract. Use an almond spread (rather than liquid butter) whenever possible, as this will give you a smoother milkshake consistency.If you want to make a peanut-flavored smoothie, use peanut butter.
   • If you want a milkshake that isn't very sweet, use a salty almond spread. The salt will help reduce the sweet taste.
   • If you don't like the taste of vanilla, you can use other sweeteners such as sugar or stevia.
4. 4 Close the blender and beat until smooth. Open the blender periodically and use a rubber spatula to lower the mixture down from the walls. This will allow you to achieve a uniform consistency of the drink.
5. 5 Pour the smoothie into 4 tall glasses and sprinkle with chocolate chips on top. You can grate the chocolate or use a vegetable peeler. Alternatively, you can simply cut the chocolate into small pieces with a regular knife.
6. 6 Place a straw in each glass and serve the drink to the table.

Method 3 of 4: Vanilla Almond Milkshake

1. 1 Place 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream in a blender or food processor. Save the third spoon for later. You will need it to decorate the drink on top.
2. 2 Add almond milk and honey there. If you don't like the taste of honey, you can use another sweetener, such as agave syrup.
3. 3 Add almond spread and chopped almonds. Use an almond spread whenever possible (not liquid almond oil). It will shorten the whipping time of the drink and give it a more uniform consistency. If you need a smoothie that is not very sweet, use a salty almond spread.
4. 4 Whisk the drink until smooth. Use a spatula to periodically lower the contents of the blender or food processor from the sides. This will allow you to achieve a uniform consistency of the drink. It will be unpleasant if you later come across large pieces of nuts in the drink.
5. 5 Pour the cocktail into a tall glass, but be sure to leave a small amount of white space on top. It is necessary to decorate the drink with a spoonful of ice cream! For two small servings, pour the drink into two smaller glasses.
6. 6 Top with a spoonful of ice cream and sprinkle with crushed almonds. If you decide to divide your beverage into two small portions, garnish each with a small spoonful of ice cream. If you wish, you can complete the preparation of the drink with a drop of honey on top, which will give it an even more expressive taste.
7. 7 Add a straw to your cocktail and savor the flavor.

Method 4 of 4: Alternative recipe variations

1. 1 Add some almonds or oatmeal to your shake for a crunchy ingredient and an additional source of protein and fiber. You can use up to ¼ cup (35 g) almonds and ½ cup (40 g) oatmeal. Combined with strawberries and bananas, the taste is simply amazing!
2. 2 Try making a simple banana-vanilla smoothie. Add to a blender two sliced ​​frozen bananas, 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon (15 g) almond butter, and 1 teaspoon (5 g) chia seeds ... Blend the ingredients until smooth and serve quickly in tall glasses.
   • Ingredients are calculated for 2 servings.
3. 3 Try making a peanut-chocolate-banana smoothie for an extra protein source. You will need 4 frozen bananas, cut into slices, 2 tablespoons (30 g) peanut butter, 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1½ cups (350 ml) vanilla almond milk. Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth, pour into tall glasses and serve.
   • The ingredients are for 3 servings.
4. 4 Try a yogurt-based almond milk shake if you can eat classic dairy products. Add two sliced ​​frozen bananas, ¼ cup (60 ml) almond milk, ¼ cup (65 g) yogurt, and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract to a blender.Mix everything until smooth and serve immediately.
   • Ingredients are for one large or two small servings.
5. 5 Try making an ice cream-based coffee almond shake if you're not lactose intolerant. Take 1½ cups (210 g) crushed ice, 1 cup (250 g) vanilla ice cream, and ½ cup (120 ml) almond milk. Then add 2 tablespoons (30 g) sugar, 2 teaspoons (10 g) vanilla cocoa powder, and 1 teaspoon (5 g) instant coffee. Mix everything in a blender until smooth, pour the drink into tall glasses and serve.
   • Ingredients are calculated for 2 servings.

Tips

• If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk.
• If the smoothie is too runny, add more ice or bananas to the smoothie. You can also use frozen fruit for this purpose.
• Cut large fruits like bananas, peaches and strawberries into smaller pieces. Use small berries such as blueberries and raspberries whole.
• Just about anything can be used as a sweetener, including agave syrup, honey, stevia, and sugar.
• If you are a vegetarian or lactose intolerant, be careful when choosing cocoa. In some cases, cocoa is sold as a powder with milk powder added.
• For the best flavor, use fresh fruit that is in season.
• If you're not a vegetarian and don't have lactose intolerance, you can add ice cream or yogurt to your shake!
• If you don't have a blender, use a food processor with metal blades installed to mince food.

What do you need

• Blender
• Tall glasses
• Rubber paddle