Berry Vanilla Protein Booster
A quick and creamy morning shake featuring whey protein, fiber-rich berries, and milk for sustained energy. It is an excellent easy-to-prep, filling option to kickstart your day.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Ger + Lila
Ger created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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.
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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
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
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Equipment
Blender
Time saver
Prep Tip: Measure out your frozen berries and flaxseeds in small jars ahead of time for even faster assembly on busy mornings.
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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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Instructions
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Next: Measure out the milk and pour it…
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Measure out the milk and pour it…
Measure out the milk and pour it into your blender jar.
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Add the whey protein powder
Add the whey protein powder, followed by the frozen mixed berry, flaxseed, and vanilla extract if using.
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Secure the blender lid and blend on…
Secure the blender lid and blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and no whole berries remain.
Look for: the mixture is completely smooth and no whole berries remain
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Pour into a tall glass and enjoy…
Pour into a tall glass and enjoy immediately. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours if making ahead.
Allow: 12 hours
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