Frosted Lemonade Shake

Chilly, tart, and sweet, lemonade is a must-have for summertime and is one of the best ways to cool off on a hot day, but we decided to improve upon this timeless classic by boosting it with the goodness of Lifeway Kefir. Our Frosted Lemonade Shake packs more protein and probiotics, and it’s made with real, wholesome ingredients and less sugar compared to regular lemonade.

This tart, naturally sweet shake is a more gut-friendly approach to lemonade that’s inspired by a viral, classic shake made by a well-loved restaurant chain. We think you should still be able to enjoy a thick, creamy frosted shake without sacrificing your health, so our version is made with Lowfat Plain Lifeway Kefir for unbeatable gut health support.

Lifeway Kefir contains billions of live and active cultures to keep your gut healthy and thriving; it’s also an excellent source of protein to keep you satisfied and keep blood sugar levels stable. With no added sugar, our plain version is perfect to use in healthy desserts and is ultra-versatile since you can combine it with anything. All Lifeway Kefir is easy to digest and absorb, and it’s lactose intolerant friendly, which makes it’s perfect for those sensitive to lactose who still want to enjoy a cold, creamy shake during summertime.

To make this Frosted Lemonade Shake, we took real lemons (no concentrate here!), which are packed with vitamin C and flavonoids found in citrus fruits that promote a healthy heart. Lemons also contain natural fiber along with digestive enzymes that support digestion and liver health. Lemons and our kefir pair perfectly in this shake together since they’re both tart and tangy.

To add some natural sweetness, we used a frozen banana, a touch of vanilla, and a little raw honey (or you can sub with your favorite sweetener here). You can’t taste the banana, but it adds an extra layer of creaminess, sweetness, and underlying texture that makes this shake come together wonderfully.

The end result is a tart, naturally sweet treat filled to the brim with protein, probiotics, and natural fiber. It’s also rich in important minerals like magnesium, calcium, and potassium, along with vitamins A, C, D, and various B vitamins. So grab your blender, a bottle of Lifeway Kefir, a fresh batch of lemons, and blend up this Frosted Lemonade Shake with us!

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 optimal digestion and 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 is packed with variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.