Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This vibrant shake offers a creamy texture and a burst of natural sweetness, perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout refreshment. Enjoy the satisfying blend of fruit and your choice of protein-boosting additions.
At a glance: This easy drinks and smoothies recipe yields 2 servings in about 25 minutes (5 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 6 ingredients — including frozen or fresh fruit of choice, liquid, nut butter — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more drinks and smoothies recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake: When preparing this drinks and smoothies recipe, when preparing this shake, be mindful of potential gluten cross-contamination. Ensure that your blender, utensils, and all packaged ingredients, particularly protein powders and plant-based milks, are certified gluten-free and have not come into contact with gluten-containing products In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake: This recipe is designed to be naturally gluten-free by using whole food ingredients. It's crucial to confirm that any processed additions like protein powders or flavored plant milks are certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination with gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen or fresh fruit of choice (e.g., berries, banana, mango)
- 1 cup liquid (unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, or water)
- 1 tbsp nut butter (almond, peanut), chia seeds, or gluten-free brown rice protein powder
- 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1 cup ice cubes (optional, for a colder, thicker shake)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the frozen or fresh fruit of choice, your chosen liquid (almond milk, coconut milk, or water), nut butter or chia seeds, pure vanilla extract, and optional honey or maple syrup into the pitcher of a high-speed blender. Ensure your chosen protein powder is certified gluten-free if using.
- 2
Add the ice cubes to the blender if you desire a colder and thicker consistency. Secure the lid tightly and blend on high speed for approximately 60 to 90 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and has a creamy, uniform texture. Listen for the blender to process all ingredients without any grittiness.
- 3
Carefully taste the shake and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding a little more honey or maple syrup, then blend for another 10-15 seconds to incorporate. The goal is a perfectly balanced flavor that suits your preference.
- 4
Pour the blended shake into two glasses and serve immediately to enjoy its refreshing taste and smooth consistency. This quick preparation makes it ideal for busy mornings or a healthy snack.
- 5
For a thicker smoothie bowl, reduce the amount of liquid by half and blend until very thick. Spoon into bowls and top with certified gluten-free granola, fresh fruit, and seeds for a delightful and nutritious meal.
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Tips & Notes
- Softened butter should hold a fingerprint but not be greasy — if it melts on touch, it's too warm for creaming.
- Warm milk (not hot) is key for yeast-based recipes — aim for 105–115°F to activate yeast without killing it.
- Freeze overripe bananas in their peel; thaw on the counter and squeeze out the pulp for perfectly soft mash.
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