RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE SMOOTHIE

RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE SMOOTHIE

A protein-rich, creamy dessert smoothie ready in under 10 minutes

KEY INFO:

Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1-2
Difficulty: Easy
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-free option available

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

• Blender (or food processor)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Serving glass
• Spoon for garnishing

INGREDIENTS:

Base:

• 120g (½ cup) cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
• 60g (2 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 120-300ml (½-1¼ cups) milk of choice
• 125g (¾ cup) frozen raspberries
• ½ frozen banana (optional)
• 1 scoop (25g) vanilla protein powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Sweetener to taste (honey, stevia, or monk fruit)

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh raspberries
• Graham cracker crumbs
• Coconut cream
• Extra raspberry puree

METHOD:

1. Soften cream cheese at room temperature for 15 minutes if using from fridge
2. Add cottage cheese, softened cream cheese, milk, frozen raspberries, and banana (if using) to blender
3. Add protein powder, vanilla extract, and sweetener
4. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until completely smooth
5. Check consistency – should be thick but pourable. Add more milk if too thick
6. Pour into serving glass
7. Garnish as desired with toppings

CRUCIAL TIPS:

• Use frozen fruit for optimal thickness
• Don’t over-blend – stop when smooth
• Taste test before adding extra sweetener
• Soften cream cheese to prevent lumps

STORAGE & VARIATIONS:

Storage:

Best consumed immediately. Can refrigerate up to 24 hours

Common Substitutions:

• Cottage cheese → Greek yogurt
• Dairy milk → almond/coconut milk
• Protein powder can be omitted
• Use all raspberries if avoiding banana

Scaling:

• Recipe doubles easily
• Maintain same ratios
• Adjust liquid for desired thickness

Keto Version:

• Use heavy cream instead of milk
• Skip banana
• Use keto-friendly sweetener
• Add MCT oil if desired

This recipe transforms a classic dessert into a nutritious smoothie while maintaining that signature cheesecake flavor. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or whenever you’re craving something sweet but healthy.