Vanilla Berry Chia Protein Shake
A thick, creamy morning shake packed with sweet berries and vanilla. This quick blend delivers a powerful protein and fiber punch to kickstart your day.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 5-minute game plan
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Equipment
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Measure everything before you start so this quick recipe moves without pauses.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Add the unsweetened almond milk to your…
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Add the unsweetened almond milk to your…
Add the unsweetened almond milk to your blender first to prevent the protein powder from sticking to the bottom.
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Pour in the vanilla whey protein powder
Pour in the vanilla whey protein powder, frozen mixed berries, and chia seeds. Add a tiny pinch of salt to naturally enhance the sweetness of the berries.
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Blend on high for 45 to 60…
Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth. If the shake is too thick, add a splash of water and pulse a few more times.
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Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately
Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
If you only have fresh berries…
If you only have fresh berries on hand, drop in a handful of ice cubes before blending to get that thick, chilled, milkshake-like texture.
Want an even thicker shake
Want an even thicker shake? Let the blended mixture sit in your glass for about 5 minutes before drinking so the chia seeds can fully expand.
Rinse your blender immediately with warm…
Rinse your blender immediately with warm water and a drop of dish soap to make cleanup effortless.
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