Can You Freeze Protein Shakes?

Last updated on September 30th, 2022 at 03:45 pm

You are excited to start this new journey toward a better, healthier you. You’ve done all your research and know what works best for your body. You’ve started meal prepping and have your bag all packed and ready to go for the gym. 

However, you do really know yourself and that it will take time to change. You have planned to drink a pre-workout protein shake, but also know that waking up in the morning is not so easy. You’re worried that you will oversleep and barely make it out the door in time to go to the gym before work. 

Though you are pumped right now to head to the gym, morning you and your bed might have other plans. 

If you are worried about losing time in the morning to make your protein shakes, are you able to freeze them for the week? You know you’ll be busy between work, the gym, and taking care of yourself and your family, is there a way to simplify your protein shake routine?

Can you prep your protein shakes for the whole week and freeze them? 

You can put your protein shakes in the freezer. However, the texture in your protein shake will most likely be a bit different. The best way to thaw your protein shake and avoid weird texture is by allowing it to thaw overnight in the fridge. 

If you are in a hurry and forgot to thaw your protein shake overnight, you can also thaw it in the microwave. Thawing it in the microwave might change the texture depending on the time in the microwave and the flavor of the shake. 

Protein shakes will last in the freezer for up to three months.

Can You Turn A Protein Shake Into Ice Cream? 

Making sure that you get enough protein throughout the day may not seem hard, but if you sit down and figure out how much you are getting…it may not be enough. Eating enough protein isn’t just necessary for those working out or trying to lose weight, it’s important to everyone. 

If you are vegan, it can be especially difficult to make sure that you’re getting enough protein every day. 

One of the best ways to make sure you are getting enough protein is by adding a protein shake to your diet. However, if not blended properly, you can be left with chunks of unappetizing powder. 

If a shake just isn’t your style can you turn a protein shake into a dessert, like ice cream, and avoid a chunky shake?

You can turn your protein powder into a delicious after-dinner dessert. All you need is coconut milk, protein powder, and a sweetener of your choice. 

You’ll need to place a loaf pan in the freezer for about an hour before you plan on making your protein ice cream. Add the chilled coconut milk to the blender for about a minute. This will make the texture smooth since the cream will separate from the liquid. 

Add your protein powder and sweetener, and mix until thoroughly blended. Place the mixture into the loaf pan and put it in the freezer. During the first hour in the freezer, stir every 20 minutes. After that first hour, allow the ice cream to thoroughly freeze. 

Once it’s frozen, you can set it out to thaw for about 15 minutes before it’s ready to enjoy. 

How Long Do Protein Shakes Last In The Fridge? 

Heading to the gym after a long day’s work is a good feeling. You prepared for this. You have your gym bag in the car, ready to go, and you made your pre-workout protein drink. Unfortunately, in the rush of the morning, you left your protein shake in the fridge at home. 

While you can still go and enjoy your time at the gym, is your protein shake a total loss? 

Can you enjoy your protein shake after you’ve finished your workout and made it home? Often, if you leave your protein shake and come back to it a little later, it can start to smell awful. If your protein shake was in the fridge, will it be fine for a post-workout recovery shake? 

Your protein shake is good in the fridge for up to three days. However, if you notice that the powder and liquid have started to separate, you will need to shake or re-blend before taking a drink. If you are shaking and it won’t re-blend, your protein shake has probably gone bad and is not worth the risk. 

If you plan on adding fruit and veggies to your smoothies, you may want to hold off on making them overnight and storing them in the fridge. The taste and texture will be off if you add fruits and veggies and keep the shake in the fridge overnight. 

Though it might save you a few minutes in the morning, it might not be worth it for an off-textured and weird-tasting protein shake. 

Are Protein Shakes Good For You?

When you start your weight loss journey, you will be bombarded with information on what is the best for you. “The Keto diet will work well for you”. “The Atkins diet is where you will see the most success”. “Try Weight Watchers, it has helped hundreds lose weight”. 

If you feel that you have seen all these ads and read them it can be daunting to figure out just what is right for you and your body. 

One of the newer, must-haves, on the weight loss markets is protein shakes. They make for great meal replacements and are packed full of protein. However, are protein shakes good for you? 

Will they help you in your weight loss journey? 

Here are some benefits that you can receive if you choose that protein shakes are right for you and your diet. 

Great source of protein

If you are including exercise in your daily routine, your body will now be burning more energy than normal. This is great, this is how weight loss is achieved. However, if you’re not careful, your body can end up using up muscle energy instead of fat. One of the best ways to avoid this is by adding protein to your diet. 

You can get protein from your daily foods, however, by adding exercise you are going to need much more protein than usual. As delicious as chicken is, that is a lot of chicken to eat to ensure you have the right amount of protein. 

One of the fastest ways to get protein is through a protein shake. 

Aids in weight loss

Adding protein to your diet is one way to help you feel fuller longer. It takes longer for your body to digest protein which is why you will feel fuller longer. 

Protein shakes work in a few different ways: they will help you build muscle, prevent muscle damage, help your body recover after exercise, and promote the feeling of fullness. 

Final Thoughts

Whether you are adding protein shakes to your diet to aid in weight loss, bulk, or getting the right amount of protein, you can freeze protein shakes. 

While the freezer may change the texture, protein shakes can last in the freezer for up to three months.