Pea Protein Cherry Oat Milk Shake
By the QuiteRecipes team (Jamy & Kaïna) | Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Expert & Parents
A tart-sweet plant-based recovery shake blending frozen cherries, pea protein and creamy oat milk in under five minutes.
A tart-sweet plant-based recovery shake blending frozen cherries, pea protein, and creamy oat milk in under five minutes. The cherries do the flavor work and the pea protein does the rebuilding. Post-training relief that tastes like a smoothie.
🥄 Ingredients
- 🫗 1 scoop (30g) vanilla or unflavored pea protein
- 🫗 1 1/2 cups (200g) frozen cherries, pitted
- 🫗 1 1/2 cups (375ml) oat milk
- 🫗 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 🫗 1/2 teaspoon cocoa powder (optional)
- 🫗 pinch of salt
Nutrition Facts*
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands and portion sizes. Values are provided per serving.
👨🍳 Instructions
Add the oat milk, pea protein, frozen cherries, maple syrup, cocoa and salt to a blender.
Blend on high for 60 seconds until completely smooth and thick.
Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
Pour into a glass and serve over ice or straight from the blender.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
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Using unflavored pea protein without any sweetener, which tastes flat and chalky.
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Blending frozen cherries with too little liquid, burning out the blender motor.
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Adding a second scoop of protein, which makes the shake gritty and dry.
🔄 Variations
Swap the cherries for raspberries or a mixed berry blend.
Add half a frozen banana for extra creaminess and natural sweetness.
Replace oat milk with almond or soy milk to change the calorie profile.
🧊 Storage
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Best drunk immediately after blending.
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Keeps for up to 12 hours in the fridge in a sealed bottle; shake well before drinking.
💡 Chef Tips
Tip 1: Blend the liquid and protein first, then add the frozen fruit, for an easier, lump-free blend.
Tip 2: Use the optional pinch of salt — it rounds out the slightly earthy taste of pea protein.
Tip 3: Start with 1 1/4 cups of oat milk and add more only if the shake is too thick.
❓ FAQ
Why pea protein instead of whey? Pea protein is a complete plant protein with all nine essential amino acids, ideal for vegan or dairy-sensitive athletes.
Are cherries good for recovery? Yes, tart cherries are rich in antioxidants that can reduce muscle soreness after exercise.
How much protein is in it? Around 26g per serving, enough for a solid post-workout dose.
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About the Authors
This recipe and guide was developed, tested, and approved in our home kitchen and daily life. Jamy is a retired Food Service District Manager and Early Childhood Program Manager who spent his career overseeing multi-site restaurant operations, large-scale culinary production, and daycare menu management. Kaïna brings the ultimate real-world test: making sure it brings ease and joy to our kids on a busy weeknight.
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