5 Minute Matcha Protein Shake Recipe

This refreshing matcha protein shake delivers calm, focused energy with a clean flavor and a creamy finish. BENBU ceremonial matcha blends smoothly with your favorite protein for a balanced, post‑workout or mid‑day boost.

Yield / Time / Difficulty

Yield: 1 serving (12 fl oz / ~350 ml)

Time: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

·        2 tsp BENBU ceremonial‑grade matcha

·        2 tbsp/30 ml water at 175°F / 80°C

·        1 scoop protein powder (about 30 g)

·        2/3 cup/160 ml cold milk, oat or dairy

·        1/2 cup/120 ml ice

Equipment

·        Blender

·        Measuring spoons and cup

·        Glass (12 fl oz / 350 ml)

Instructions

1.      Bloom the matcha: add 2 tbsp/30 ml water at 175°F / 80°C to 2 tsp BENBU matcha; whisk until smooth.

2.      Load the blender: add the matcha base, 1 scoop protein powder, 2/3 cup/160 ml cold milk, and 1/2 cup/120 ml ice.

3.      Blend: run on high for 20–30 sec until silky with fine froth.

4.      Taste & adjust: add sweetener or a splash more milk if desired; blend 5 sec.

5.      Pour & serve: transfer to a 12 fl oz/350 ml glass and enjoy cold.

Tips & Variations

·        Shaker method (no blender): add matcha, hot water, protein, 1 cup/240 ml cold milk, and a few ice cubes to a shaker; shake 20–30 sec.

·        Sweetness: 1/2 tsp powdered brown sugar, honey, or maple to taste.

·        Banana boost: add 1/3 cup/80 ml frozen banana for creamier texture.

·        Greens add‑in: handful of baby spinach blends invisibly for extra nutrients.

·        Plant‑based protein: use pea or rice protein for a vegan shake with creamy body.

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