Orange Vanilla Protein Shake

The recipe makes 1 serving.

Ingredients:

2 scoops HLTH Code Vanilla
1 ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
1 Tbsp mascarpone
½ tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp orange zest
¼ tsp orange extract
1 Tbsp heavy cream or coconut cream
Pinch of sea salt
Liquid stevia or monk fruit, to taste (optional)

Optional garnish:
Unsweetened coconut flakes
Orange zest

Instructions:

Add the almond milk, HLTH Code Vanilla, mascarpone, vanilla extract, orange zest, orange extract, heavy cream, and sea salt to a blender. Blend until smooth, thick, and creamy.

Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

Pour into a tall glass and optionally, garnish with unsweetened coconut flakes and some more orange zest. Serve immediately.


Nutritional breakdown per serving.
Recipe makes 1 serving

575 Calories
29g Protein
42g Fat
10g Fiber
19g Total Carbs
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.