The Dish
Yes, you read that recipe title correctly. We are making raspberry cheesecake smoothies! We designed these smoothies to be a satisfying treat while still maintaining our nutritional goals. Curb those cravings with good-for-you ingredients. Cottage cheese is the unsung hero of this recipe, providing those similar elements we associate with cream cheese (creamy and tangy), just without the high calorie and fat content. We also add bananas to this smoothie recipe to add an even more creamy mouthfeel. A simple seasoning of honey and vanilla extract provide that classic cheesecake flavor. We also love using frozen raspberries. Not only are frozen raspberries a more budget-friendly option but, when making smoothies, they add that chilled element without having to ‘water down’ our smoothie with ice cubes.
Hacking this Recipe
When prepping and shopping for this smoothie, 1 banana (peeled) is roughly 5oz or 130-135g.
Vegan Modification
Feel free to substitute the honey in this recipe for agave. The cottage cheese in this recipe can also be substituted with a vegan cottage cheese alternative.
Allergen Awareness
Feel free to substitute the almond milk in this recipe with one that fits your dietary preference. Low fat milk, soy milk, rice milk, or oat milk will all work well in this recipe. Just be sure to purchase a milk that is not pre-sweetened.