This Blueberry Caramel Date Shake is filled with the satiating sweetness of Medjool dates, blueberries, and probiotic Lifeway Kefir. Our smooth and creamy kefir is loaded with probiotics, plus protein for healthy muscles, mood health, and balanced energy levels. Topped with a fiery-sweet cinnamon drizzle for an extra pop of flavor, this Blueberry Caramel Date Shake is a celebration of the perfect blend of flavors. Blueberries and dates are also high in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins and minerals to mellow you out and support a healthy brain and gut. Cheers to that!
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for better gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir also contains a variety of nutrients that are vital for healthy bones and overall health: vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our kefir, we also offer our artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support a healthy microbiome that’s easy to spread and contains no added salt for optimal heart-health benefits.
Prep Time: 3-5 mins Servings: 2Ingredients
- 2 cups Lowfat Plain Kefir
- 1 1/2 cups frozen wild blueberries
- 2 pitted Medjool dates
- 1 banana
- 2 tbsp. raw almond or cashew butter
- Cinnamon Drizzle Topping: Combine 1 tbsp. raw cashew butter, 1 tsp. pure maple syrup, pinch of cinnamon, and 1 tbsp. unsweetened applesauce in a small ramekin until blended together.
Directions
- Add all the ingredients to your blender, process on low then bump it up to high and blend until smooth and creamy. Make sure the dates are completely blended, then top with fresh regular frozen blueberries, and the prepared cinnamon drizzle topping. Pour into your favorite glass, add a fun straw, and enjoy!
