Name: Homemade Protein Shake
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 Serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.333 cup cottage cheese; 0.667 cup frozen berries; 0.5 banana; 1 Medjool date; 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 0.667 cup water or milk

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Homemade Protein Shake

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Homemade Protein Shake

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Instructions

Place all ingredients in a blender (pit the date beforehand) and blend into a smooth smoothie.

Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one day.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Date Softening Hack 🍽️
Soak Medjool dates in warm water for 10 minutes before blending to ensure they break down completely and create a smoother, more consistent texture in your protein shake.
Protein Density Boost 💪
Use full-fat cottage cheese to maximize protein content and create a creamier, more luxurious smoothie texture that keeps you feeling fuller longer.
Freezing Trick for Thickness 🧊
Freeze ripe bananas in advance, cutting them into chunks before freezing to instantly create a thicker, more ice cream-like consistency without diluting flavor.
Berries Flavor Optimization 🫐
Mix different frozen berries to create a more complex flavor profile and increase the antioxidant content of your protein shake.
Vanilla Enhancement Technique 🌿
Use pure vanilla extract instead of artificial vanilla for a richer, more authentic flavor that elevates the entire smoothie experience.