What is a milkshake

A milkshake is a drink usually made by mixing milk, ice and flavorings into a creamy and refreshing drink. It is a popular choice as a dessert or refreshment, especially on hot days. The basic ingredients of a milkshake are:

1. Milk: Traditionally, whole milk is used, but you can also use skim milk, almond milk, soy milk or other milk alternatives depending on your preference.

2. Ice cream: Vanilla ice cream is usually used as the base, but you can also use other ice cream flavors to add variety, such as chocolate, strawberry, banana, etc. Frozen yogurt can also be used as a healthier alternative.

3. Flavorings: These can be different ingredients to achieve the desired taste, such as vanilla extract, chocolate syrup, strawberry puree, bananas, caramel, peanut butter, etc.

These ingredients are usually placed in a blender and blended until a smooth and creamy consistency. The ratio of milk to ice cream can vary depending on how thick you want the milkshake. You can also add additional toppings, such as whipped cream, chocolate chips, nuts, cherries, etc., to further decorate the milkshake.

It is important to note that milkshakes are often associated with sweetness and are generally not considered healthy due to their high sugar and calorie content. However, healthier options are possible by using skimmed milk, less ice cream and natural flavorings such as fresh fruit. We will help you with this!

Make a healthy milkshake with extra proteins

It's quite easy to make a healthy protein-rich milkshake. Here's a basic recipe to get you started:

Ingredients for healthy milkshake

• 1 frozen banana
• 1 cup skim milk or almond milk
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
• 1 scoop of protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor).
• Optional: a handful of spinach or a scoop of greens powder for extra nutrients

Instructions to make healthy milkshake

1. Cut the frozen banana into pieces so that it can be easily blended in the blender.
2. Add the banana, milk, peanut butter or almond butter and the protein powder to the blender.
3. If you want to add extra vegetables, also add the spinach or greens powder to the blender.
4. Blend all ingredients on high speed to a smooth consistency.
5. Taste the milkshake and add sweetener, such as honey or a natural sweetener such as stevia, if necessary if you want a sweeter taste.
6. Pour the milkshake into a glass and serve immediately.

You can also be creative and add other ingredients, such as frozen berries, nuts, seeds, or yogurt, to adjust the taste and nutritional value to your preference.