Milkshakes are universally loved. Who doesn’t like one? Even the kids who hate milk, milkshakes are a great way to get them to chug down an entire glass full of essential dairy wholesomeness. Especially for those hot summer days, they make excellent snacks for those who prefer drinking rather than eating snacks. All you really need is a blender and your go-to ingredients to make the perfect shakes, for breakfast, snack, dessert or even a pre- or post-workout meal.
Based on the time of the day, your dietary requirements, or even just to indulge in a sweet and delicious drink – there are several types of milkshakes you can blend up.
Breakfast Shakes
Milkshakes can make a very healthy breakfast though, it’s all about the ingredients and keeping reasonable portions. Once you keep these parameters in check, you can have milkshakes for breakfast quite often. Super healthy breakfast milkshakes are quick and easy to make, and of course, they are delicious too. When you are repairing your healthy shakes, try to find one that’s low in sugar and high in protein, fibre, and healthy fats so you stay full for longer. Not only that but ensure they contain a healthy amount of vitamins and minerals as well, making it a wholesome breakfast in a glass – perfect to kickstart your day. A healthy amount of fruits and nuts, along with natural sweeteners like honey make the perfect morning meal. Don’t forget to pick the milk of your choice.
Protein Shakes
Nectar for a regular gym freak – protein shakes are a great way to make up for the lack of dietary nutrients your body requires. Predominantly consumed for muscle gain and recovery, protein shakes can be consumed daily even if you don’t workout. Meeting your daily protein requirements through your diet can get quite hard, and knowing how important it is for your body, you cannot miss out on it. Adding a scoop of whey protein to your shakes heightens the nutritional value greatly and gives you the energy you need to work and train your body. Apart from protein powders, you can also add grinded or chopped up nuts to increase the protein content of your shake. A healthy dry fruit shake has everything you need from a nutritional standpoint.
Dessert Shakes
This one’s just to let it all go. It doesn’t have to be unhealthy but cheating once in a while is encouraged. Get yourself a tub of your favourite ice cream, flavoured milk and some cookies to go along with, and get them all down the blender to create a deliciously diabetic concoction. This freak shake should be loaded with sweetness and very little fruits, a heavenly drink you can have once in a while without any guilt.
Dairy-free Shakes
Those who choose not to have dairy products due to dietary restrictions or personal reasons can always go for plant-based milk beverages as alternatives. Almond, soy and oat milk are great substitutes for regular milk, and add a different layer of flavour to your milkshakes. Plus they all have their own nutritional benefits and advantages over milk, making them perfect for a healthy diet and a daily dairy replacement.
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