Description
The Raspberry Cheesecake Protein Shake combines the tangy flavor of raspberries with the creamy texture of cheesecake, delivering a nutritious, protein-packed treat. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or post-workout refuel, this shake is delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 scoop vanilla or cheesecake-flavored protein powder
½ cup frozen raspberries
¼ cup Greek yogurt or cream cheese (for that cheesecake taste)
½ frozen banana (for natural sweetness)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup ice cubes
For Toppings (Optional): Crushed graham crackers, whipped cream, extra raspberries
Instructions
- In a blender, add the milk, protein powder, frozen raspberries, Greek yogurt (or cream cheese), frozen banana, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
- Blend on high for about 30 seconds, or until the mixture is thick and creamy.
- Pour the creamy shake into a tall glass.
- Top the shake with crushed graham crackers, whipped cream, and extra raspberries for a finishing touch.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, swap Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt and use almond or oat milk.
- If you prefer extra creaminess, add ½ tablespoon of cream cheese for a richer cheesecake taste.
- To make it sweeter, add honey, maple syrup, or sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit.
- For a crunchy texture, top with toasted almonds or cacao nibs.
- Frozen raspberries help thicken the shake, but fresh ones can be used if you prefer.
- If you don’t have protein powder, substitute with extra Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for a creamy texture, though it will have less protein.
- Store any leftover shake in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake well before drinking as it may thicken over time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 15mg