Creamy Vanilla Cashew Protein Mini Smoothie

Ingredients

• 200 g plain skyr or greek yogurt (2 percent fat) — chilled
• 40 g whey or plant-based vanilla protein powder — ready to use
• 20 g raw cashews — soaked in warm water 10 minutes and drained
• 60 g frozen banana — sliced
• 15 g rolled oats — plain
• 200 ml cold water or lactose-free milk — chilled
• 2 g vanilla extract — liquid optional
• 5 g maple syrup — liquid optional

Instructions

1. Add the soaked and drained cashews, rolled oats, and cold water or lactose-free milk to a blender and blend on high for 30–45 seconds until very smooth and milky.
2. Add the plain skyr or Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, frozen banana slices, and vanilla extract (if using) to the blender.
3. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no visible graininess.
4. Taste and add the maple syrup if you prefer a slightly sweeter smoothie, then blend again briefly to combine.
5. Divide into two small glasses or lidded jars and let stand for 2–3 minutes to allow the oats to thicken slightly before sipping slowly.