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This Creamy Orange and Vanilla Smoothie is packed with real orange and vanilla flavour and for extra oomph has vanilla protein powder. It’s a delicious way to start your day or to get over that mid afternoon slump! Plus, it tastes like a favourite childhood frozen treat in smoothie form!
Hey guys! How’s it going? You may or may not remember a little while back I was started a feature called ‘Quickie Thursday’? So, as a refresher, it’s basically an easy recipe, just a little chit chat and a check in before the weekend to say ‘hi.’ So, here’s my second Quickie Thursday feature with this freakin’ delish Creamy Orange and Vanilla Smoothie using Bob’s Red Mill Vanilla Protein Powder. You know I love my smoothies! Two of the most popular ones here on Girl Heart Food are my Peanut Butter Banana, Cocoa & Coffee Smoothie and my Blackberry Coconut Smoothie.
Have you tried any of Bob’s Red Mill’s products? There’s a lot of them and I always get excited browsing through their selection. Every so often I love to try something new I haven’t tried before so today I’m using their Naturally Flavoured Vanilla Protein Powder.
I really love the taste and texture of this one, you guys. This particular product is made with pea protein powder (say that three times fast 😀 ), chicory root fibre, chia seeds, probiotics and monk fruit extract for sweetness. Per serving, it has a whopping 20 grams of plant based protein and 12 grams of fibre. It’s also a source of omega-3 and iron. Did I mention that it’s gluten free and vegan? Loaded with goodness, right??
Putting this protein powder in your smoothie is seriously the BEST way to start your day.
Do you remember years ago (or maybe it was, like, yesterday) when you indulged in those Creamsicle frozen treats? This drink is like that in smoothie form without any refined sugar…ya know, for when you feel like ‘adulting’….hehehe 😉
What was your favourite childhood treat? Besides a Creamsicle, the one thing that sticks out a lot for me is those Swedish Fish. Remember those? They were fruit flavoured gummy candy. Orange was always my go-to. Occasionally at fairs, I would opt for cotton candy, but I wouldn’t dare eat that stuff now. As a kid, though? Fun, sugary, times 😀
The key here is to use frozen orange segments. It gives a thick body to the smoothie, almost like a frozen banana would. Wearing my fancy pants again, I used real vanilla bean here and just loved the little flecks of it throughout. However, if you don’t have vanilla bean on hand, feel free to use pure vanilla extract. You basically have to put all the ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth. Nothing to it, right? I’m confident that you’re gonna love this one!
Until next time, take care & chit chat again soon 🙂 Have an awesome food-filled weekend!
P.S. If you missed my last recipe, you can check it out here.
P.P.S. If you think this Creamy Orange and Vanilla Smoothie will make your belly happy too, please be sure to hit that little Pin button. Many thanks, you guys! XO
Creamy Orange and Vanilla Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 medium oranges -segments removed,FROZEN
- 1/2 cup orange juice -not from concentrate
- 1 cup vanilla almond milk
- 1 vanilla pod -seeds scraped or 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 scoops Bob Red Mill Vanilla Protein Powder
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and combined. Pour into glasses and garnish with orange wedge, if desired. Enjoy!
I use a bunch of Bob’s products but haven’t see the protein powder yet…prob because I never use protein powder lol! I’ll pick some up now that I have your recipe. Guess I need to start drinking smoothies too! 🙂
Hahaha! Well, you should definitely check it out! It’s really good….and try this smoothie while you’re at it 😉
I normally don’t start my days with a smoothie, because – I have no explanation – but once I’ve had a huge glass of smoothie, I will likely be starving in 30 minutes hah. There are only two ingredients which make my smoothies a good meal, oats and peanut butter. Well, I haven’t really though of protein which should work well too. Very nice smoothie you’ve got here!
Haha! The protein definitely adds some substance and, like you, I enjoy peanut butter in my smoothies too. Thanks Ben! Have an awesome week 🙂
Love Bob’s Red Mill’s products! Didn’t know they have protein powder now too, cool! This smoothie looks so refreshing and wow power packed with all the good stuff. We usually drink protein shakes after working out but this looks soooo much better. Can’t wait to try it! Happy Sunday to ya! PS: OMG I ate so much cotton candy as a kid but I would not dare eat that now either!
Me too! It’s really good! Hope you love it, Jolina! Have a great week 🙂
I had no idea that Bob’s Red Mill made protein powder!!! I’ll look for it- I’m a little suspicious of most of the protein powders out there, but I love BRM!
Yep! Thanks Sarah! It’s a delicious one 🙂
Delicious and healthy! That’s always a winning combination. Love this creamy orange version. 🙂
Definitely! Thanks Kathy 🙂
This looks like the perfect smoothie!
Thanks Katie 🙂 !!
I’m with you! Creamsicles were my absolute favorite frozen treat growing up and I haven’t had one in years! Love this grown-up version.
Thanks Marissa 🙂
The first thing I thought of when I saw this post was the orange/vanilla treats I used to eat as a kid, but I couldn’t remember the name… so glad you mentioned it, Creamsicles!! I have an orange tree that is producing fruit like crazy. This smoothie might be happening in my kitchen soon! I’ll just have to pick some off my tree to stick in the freezer 🙂
Lucky you with the orange tree – that’s awesome!! Hope you enjoy it 🙂 Thanks Nicole!
This one is perfect for Chris. He loves smoothies and has them almost daily. I will look for the Vanilla Protein powder. We buy a lot of Bob’s Red Mill various flours and I use a ton of the ground flax seed. Glad that they now have this protein powder – hubby has to get his doze after lifting weights every other morning. I am way more lax:) I have smoothies for the taste:)
Haha! That’s ok too if you just enjoy them for the taste 😉 Whatever way you have them, hope you both enjoy!! Thanks Milena!
I love that BRM protein powder too!! It would be sooo good in this smoothie!! I loved orange creamsicles when I was a kid. Genius to freeze the orange segments. Have a great weekend Dawn!! XO
It is pretty tasty!! Thanks Katherine and have a wonderful weekend too! XO
I used to love those creamsicle pops! Brings back memories of being at my Grandma’s house. And I love Bob’s Red Mill products too…the best! I’m wishing I was indulging in the smoothie right now. Love the sound of the orange and vanilla combo. Just what I need on this hot summer day. Pinned! Hope you have a great weekend!
What a nice memory 🙂 Thanks Gayle! Have a lovely week too!
This looks so refreshing! Love this unique flavor for a smoothie, tasty!
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Thanks Luci!
I looove any and all things Bob’s Red Mill, but I haven’t tried their protein powders. It’s high time for me to get with it, starting with this smoothie. Creamsicles were one of my favorite treats growing up and I haven’t had one in years. Have a great weekend, Dawn!
For sure 😉 !! Thanks Kelsie and have a wonderful weekend too!
Nice and easy recipe – full of flavour, goodness & deliciousness 🙂 I am using a few Bob’s Red Mill products, thankfully we can buy them in Wholefoods in London. I have to have a look whether they have Naturally Flavoured Vanilla Protein Powder here in the UK too! Have a lovely weekend, Dawn!
Definitely 😉 Hope you can find it and get a chance to try this recipe, Miriam! Thanks so much and have a lovely weekend too 🙂
Creamsicles were by far my favorite ice cream from the ice cream truck growing up! So this hits all the right notes! So tasty and refreshing! I love that you’ve added vanilla protein powder! Brilliant!! Happy weekend, my friend! xo
Right?! Thanks Annie! Happy weekend to you too! XO
What a fabulous smoothie! Love creamsicle 🙂 And love Bob’s Vanilla Protein Powder. I’ve been enjoying it this Summer, too.
Thank you Jennifer 🙂 !! It tastes so good!
I absolutely LOVE Bob’s Red Mill products! And, I happen to have a few bags of that vanilla protein powder in my pantry! The stuff is so good I’ve eaten it straight with a spoon. Lol. Buuut, I’m willing to bet it tastes even better in this smoothie!! Love that you based this smoothie off one of my favorites – the orange creamsicle!! I MUST try this immediately! Cheers, doll! Xoxo
Yay! You must 😉 !! Thanks girl! XO
I LOVE Bob’s products Dawn, but I haven’t tried their Vanilla Protein Powder. Gotta get it on my list. This smoothie looks dee-lish! Perfect for my afternoon slump! Happy weekend!
I know you’d enjoy it, Mary Ann! Happy weekend to you too 🙂
I absolutely love Bob’s Red Mill! Seriously. Every single product we’ve used from them has been excellent. But with that said, I don’t think I’ve ever tried their vanilla protein powder. I definitely need to give that a shot. In fact, it kinda makes me wonder whether Robbie would like it. We’re having a bit of a challenge finding enough protein for him…and this could be the answer! Of course, that would mean Dad would have to not drink the entire smoothie while making it. Haha! Great recipe, my friend! Thanks for sharing!
Me too!! I bet Robbie would love it!! Thanks David 🙂