Halloween Blackberry Shake

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

Shake
1 cup (245g) plain Greek yogurt
1 cup (144g) fresh or frozen blackberries
2 scoops (80g) HLTH Code Chocolate Macadamia
1 Tbsp (10g) chia seeds
1 tsp (5g) maca powder
1 Tbsp (10g) hemp seeds
1 Tbsp (15g) tahini
1 Tbsp sweetener of choice (optional)
1 tsp activated charcoal (optional – this just helps make it darker)
1 cup ice cubes

Topping (optional)
2 Tbsp (30g) plain Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp (26g) cottage cheese
1 scoop (40g) HLTH Code Creamy Vanilla

Instructions

Add all shake ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy.

For the topping, whisk together all ingredients in a bowl.

Pour the shake into glasses, add topping (if desired), and serve immediately.

Nutritional breakdown per shake without topping (recipe makes 2)
441 Calories
29.4g Protein
26.7g Fat
11.4g Fiber
23.5g Total Carbs
11.9g NET Carbs

Nutritional breakdown per shake with topping (recipe makes 2)

567 Calories
38.9g Protein
34.6g Fat
13.7g Fiber
27.7g Total Carbs
13.9g NET Carbs
Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.