1/2 cup frozen blueberries: These add a natural sweetness and a great burst of antioxidants. Frozen berries also make the shake extra thick and creamy.
1 scoop vanilla protein powder: This is the base for your shake’s protein content. If you can find cheesecake-flavored protein powder, even better—it’ll really amp up the “cheesecake” vibe!
1/2 cup Greek yogurt: This gives your shake that creamy, tangy flavor that’s reminiscent of cheesecake filling. Plus, it adds a little extra protein to the mix.
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice): This will help blend everything smoothly. Almond milk keeps it light, but regular milk or oat milk work just as well.
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional): This is a little secret ingredient that adds a warm, cozy flavor to your shake. It pairs perfectly with the blueberries!
1 tsp honey or sweetener of choice (optional): If you like your shakes on the sweeter side, add honey or your favorite sweetener (like stevia or agave syrup). You can adjust based on your personal sweetness preference!
Instructions:
Prepare your ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients. You’ll want to use frozen blueberries for that thick, ice-cream-like texture, so make sure they’re ready to go straight from the freezer.
Blend the ingredients: In your blender, add the frozen blueberries, protein powder, Greek yogurt, almond milk, cinnamon, and any sweetener you’re using. I recommend adding the liquids and yogurt first to help everything blend smoothly.
Blend until smooth: Secure the lid on your blender and start blending on a medium speed, gradually increasing to high. Blend for about 30 seconds or until everything is creamy and fully combined. If the shake feels too thick, just add a splash more almond milk or water to get it to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust: Taste your shake before pouring it into a glass. If you like it a little sweeter, you can stir in a bit more honey or sweetener, and give it another quick blend.
Serve & enjoy: Pour the shake into a glass and enjoy immediately! You can top it off with a few extra blueberries for garnish or even a sprinkle of granola for added crunch if you’re feeling extra.
