Drink Recipes

Raspberry Cheesecake Protein Shake

Millie Pham

If you love raspberry cheesecake but want something quick and healthy, this Raspberry Cheesecake Protein Shake is for you! It’s thick, creamy, and packed with fresh raspberries and cheesecake flavor—all while keeping you full and energized.

Just blend, sip, and enjoy!

What You’ll Need

  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 scoop vanilla or cheesecake-flavored protein powder
  • ½ cup frozen raspberries
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or cream cheese (for that cheesecake taste)
  • ½ frozen banana (for natural sweetness)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup ice cubes

For Toppings (Optional but Delicious!):

  • Crushed graham crackers
  • Whipped cream
  • Extra raspberries

Pro Tips

  1. Use frozen raspberries! They add natural sweetness and a thick texture.
  2. Want it extra creamy? Add ½ tbsp cream cheese for real cheesecake flavor.
  3. For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt and almond milk.
  4. Make it sweeter! Add ½ tbsp honey or maple syrup.
  5. More crunch? Sprinkle toasted almonds or cacao nibs on top.

Tools You’ll Need

  • Blender
  • Tall glass
  • Spoon for drizzling raspberry sauce

Substitutions & Variations

  • No banana? Use ½ cup frozen cauliflower for thickness.
  • Want a richer taste? Add ½ tbsp cream cheese or cottage cheese.
  • More tartness? Squeeze in ½ tsp lemon juice.

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Blender

In a blender, add milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen raspberries, Greek yogurt, frozen banana, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.

a blender filled with creamy milk, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, vibrant frozen raspberries, a sliced frozen banana, thick Greek yogurt

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

a blender mid-blend, the raspberry cheesecake protein shake swirling into a thick, smooth mixture with tiny flecks of raspberries visible

Step 3: Pour Into Glass

Pour the thick shake into a tall glass.

a thick, creamy Raspberry Cheesecake Protein Shake being poured from a blender into a tall glass, filling it to the top

Step 4: Garnish & Serve

Top with crushed graham crackers, whipped cream, and extra raspberries.

 a Raspberry Cheesecake Protein Shake topped with crushed graham crackers, a swirl of whipped cream, and fresh raspberries

Leftovers & Storage

  • Best enjoyed fresh!
  • If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Raspberry Cheesecake Protein Shake is ready! It’s sweet, creamy, and packed with that rich cheesecake flavor, but with a protein boost to keep you going. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🍓🍰🥤

Hi there! I'm Millie Pham, a devoted brewer and tea lover at heart. As the founder of Bean Leaf Cup, my mission is to share my tea and coffee expertise with you all. I firmly believe that creating a fantastic cup of tea or coffee should be easy for everyone. No matter if you're already a coffee or tea expert or just beginning your journey, I'm here to help you navigate the world of brewing. Welcome aboard!