Probiotic Vanilla Protein Kefir
A creamy, gut-friendly kefir snack packed with high-quality protein and chia seeds. Ready in just two minutes to stabilize blood sugar and preserve muscle mass.
Prep
2 min
Cook
0 min
Total
2 min
Makes
1 serving
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
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Total
2 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
For a thicker, pudding-like snack, mix this in a bowl and let it sit in the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes so the chia seeds fully expand.
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Instructions
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Next: Pour the plain kefir into a glass…
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Pour the plain kefir into a glass…
Pour the plain kefir into a glass or shaker bottle.
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Add the vanilla protein powder and chia…
Add the vanilla protein powder and chia seeds. If desired, sprinkle in a pinch of ground cinnamon for gentle warmth.
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Stir vigorously or shake until the protein…
Stir vigorously or shake until the protein powder is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Look for: the protein powder is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth
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Let the glass sit for about 5…
Let the glass sit for about 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to plump up slightly and soften before drinking.
Allow: 5 minutes
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