How to Make the Perfect Blueberry Cheesecake Shake
American · Easy · 5 min · 2 servings
This Blueberry Cheesecake Shake blends fresh blueberries with tangy cream cheese and graham cracker flavor for a dessert drink that tastes just like the real thing. An easy homemade milkshake recipe bursting with fruity cheesecake goodness in every sip.
Why this recipe works
This Blueberry Cheesecake Shake recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 5 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 490 calories with 9g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 0.5 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese softened
- 0.5 cup milk
- 3 sheets graham crackers crushed
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Blend the shake
Add vanilla ice cream, blueberries, softened cream cheese, and milk to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and the mixture is a rich purple color.
Step 2: Prepare glasses
Press crushed graham crackers onto the rim of each glass and drizzle a little honey or blueberry syrup inside the glass.
Step 3: Pour and garnish
Pour the shake into the prepared glasses, top with whipped cream, a few fresh blueberries, and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh blueberries → blueberry jam or preserves for year-round use
- cream cheese → Greek yogurt for a lighter tanginess
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using cold cream cheese which leaves white specks and uneven flavor throughout
- Over-blending fresh blueberries which can make the shake taste slightly bitter
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 490 calories, 9g protein, 65g carbs, 22g fat, 2g fiber.
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