Creamy Snickers Tofu Smoothie (37g protein!)
This creamy tofu smoothie tastes like a Snickers bar and packs in the protein – a whopping 37g! – without protein powder, Greek yogurt or banana. It’s a high protein plant-based breakfast with a simple low FODMAP swap for sensitive tummies too.
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Somehow, inexplicably, I’m the parent of a teenager. I’m the parent of a teen athlete whose found the fitness side of the internet, so he’s always sending me these high protein recipe videos he sees on Snapchat and which I typically kibosh…until now.
It’s been so interesting as a dietitian to have these conversations about our collective protein obsession with my kid. Yes, protein is important…but overdoing it isn’t helping anyone.
This insanely creamy, ridiculously easy tofu smoothie was inspired by a recipe creator on snapchat who made a snickers tofu smoothie with, ahem, WAY too much protein for anyone other than a bodybuilder.
It’s a very different kind of smoothie as the protein comes from peanuts and soy (firm tofu and soy milk) and the only fruit it contains is dates. PS: I tested this smoothie a ridiculous amount of times (like 7!) to get it just right and the dates are essential! Dates give that caramel flavour we love, plus offer gut-boosting fibre without the FODMAPs.
You want a smoothie that will actually fill you up? This one will do it. And, because we all have different energy and protein needs, one simple swap – soy milk or almond milk – will allow you to customize this smoothie with 37g or 29g protein – and the almond milk swap makes this smoothie low FODMAP too!
Want to know how much protein you ACTUALLY need? I’ve got a blog post that breaks down the basics on protein and top sources of plant-based protein in food.
Pro Tips for making this creamy Snickers tofu smoothie
First things first: grab those ingredients! You might be like, duh, but I make breakfast before the caffeine hits so I need the reminder ha ha
I am SO in love with this easy 5 ingredient smoothie…it’s naturally vegan, gluten free and a great option for those of you who want to eat more soy because it’s much more affordable way to get a high protein breakfast. Super filling, and blood sugar friendly!
Love this as much as I do? Want even more fun plant-based recipes? Grab a copy of my latest cookbook, Plant Magic.
More protein-packed plant-based breakfasts:
- High Protein Overnight Oats (27g!)
- Protein Power Kale Smoothie (21g!)
- High Protein Red Lentil Waffles
- Easy Protein-packed Chickpea Scramble
Creamy Snickers Tofu Smoothie (37g protein!)
Ingredients
- ⅓ package firm tofu, drained, see low FODMAP note below!
- 1 cup unsweetened soy milk, choose almond milk for low FODMAP
- ¼ cup salted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 or 3 Medjool dates, or 5 smaller Deglet Noor dates
Equipment
- High Speed Blender or a strong bullet blender
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high speed blender. Blend for 30 seconds, starting on medium and up to high. Scrape the little bits off the sides of the blender, blend 30 more seconds on high. Enjoy!
21 Comments on “Creamy Snickers Tofu Smoothie (37g protein!)”
Creamy Snickers Tofu Smoothie
Hi, thanks for all your information, ideas and recipes over the past couple of years, keep it up!
I’m not a big fan of tofu (for various reasons I won’t bother you with), what would you suggest to replace this with in this smoothie?
Thank you so much!
Hi Katelijne,
This is one smoothie where the tofu really creates a texture, protein profile and flavour that is a bit hard to replicate…but if I were to do it totally soy free, I would suggest oat milk and 1/4 cup cashews (with a bit of protein powder) to create that super creamy flavour. Please let me know how it goes if you try it!
Delicious! Subbed pistachios for peanuts because I didn’t have them. Maybe Dubai Choloclate?
Oh my gosh, a dubai chocolate smoothie is like the greatest idea…so glad you liked it 🙂
I’m dying to try this one, we’re Snickers enthusiasts over here! Would I be able to use silken tofu (it’s what I have on hand) or does it need to be firmer tofu? Thank you!
Me too! You can absolutely use silken tofu, it will change the protein content but it will blend like a dream.
I will go to the ends of the earth to make your recipes, Desiree (been with you since, “The Urban Vegetarian” show)! You are absolutely the most gifted cook I have ever followed and I will put you up against any iron chef and anyone on the Food Network any time, any day. Going to culinary school may give you amazing techniques but at the end of the day, it’s the flavor that counts! I have made over 200 of your recipes and am on the 24th recipe in your newest cookbook, “Plant Magic!”
I can’t eat tofu for health reasons but saw on your website, soy-free tofu from Real Good Big Mountain foods brand. They are made from fava beans. Just 1 serving is 16 grams of protein! I order 8 boxes of it every 2-3 months from my local health food store shipped from Canada so that I can make all of your wonderful recipes. The chickpea tofu has very little protein so don’t buy that option. Also, the soy-free tofu package lies and states not to freeze it. I always freeze my 8 boxes of tofu in order to transform it into extra firm tofu (when needed) since most tofu recipes are extra firm. The only hack I am looking for is a soy-free option for silken tofu. Maybe one day…
Another great recipe!!
Jordanna
You are SO kind Jordanna. It is an absolute honour that my recipes have become such a part of your world. And I have to admit that I’m kind of surprised that the tofu worked with the fava tofu but I’m so so glad it did!
Absolutely creamy and delicious and it kept me satisfied!
So glad you like it Debbie! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a star rating and review, it really helps 🙂
D
For my previoius comments, I was just trying to let people know that there are substitutes for soy tofu if you are looking for substitutes to replace extra firm or super firm textures of tofu. Real Good Foods Big Mountain soy-free tofu I have used to replace extra firm or super firm tofu in recipes. Fava beans have a neutral flavor just like soy beans so can be used beautifully in many recipes.
For smoothie recipes, silken, soft, or firm tofu works the best. I used your substitution for cashews and oat milk (minus the protein powder) for this smoothie when you gave feedback to your first commenter! You are totally right- using extra firm or super firm tofu (or soy-free tofu) won’t work in smoothies! The extra liquid required would throw off all of the other ingredients.
Also, just a fyi- I picked up my 8 boxes of soy-free tofu on Monday and noticed that the Real Good Foods Big Mountain soy-free tofu texture has changed from medium firm to extra firm on the box. I no longer have to freeze and rethaw this brand of tofu to create an extra firm texture! Sorry for any confusion and have a great day!
YOUR RECIPES LOOK GREAT, BUT DO YOU SHOW THE NUTRICIAN LABELS FOR ANY OF IT?
Hi Judith,
I don’t, in order to keep the blog a safe space for folks trying to repair their relationship with food. If you need nutritionals for medical reasons, I recommend Cronometer app it’s an easy and more accurate way to do calculations.
Hope this helps,
Desiree
Thank you for your response. It more of a at a glance tracking than medical reasons.
Can you at least give me the Cinnamon Bum Smoothie? Looks fab!
Thanks!
You bet! That’s a recipe I did for SELF Magazine, so it’s on their website https://www.self.com/recipe/creamy-cinnamon-bun-smoothie
You’ve done it again! My teenagers don’t like protein powder so I’ve been looking for some quick and easy ways to get more protein from food sources and this recipe is a game changer! They LOVE it!!
Oh that’s so awesome Krista!!
Really tasty! Followed as written though used the peanut butter option instead of salted peanuts, and subbed a splash of maple syrup for the dates. So nice to have a higher protein option that does not use protein powder!
I am so glad you like it Lauren!!
Hi, Desiree! If I wanted to use silken tofu instead of firm, what amount?
Good Q! So, depends on the type of silken tofu. If you’re near me, and the most common type of silken tofu is the soft stuff in a tube, I’d put half the tube but the protein count would be lower as that amount of silken has 9.5g protein instead of 20g for the medium tofu.
If you have access to different firmnesses of silken, like those Mori-Nu tetra packs, use half the pack of firm, which would be almost 11g protein.
Hope this helps!