Newsflash: It may be Fall… but that does not mean it’s suddenly cold outside.

In fact, northern Minnesota rang in the Fall Equinox at a hot and humid 78 degrees.

And, I can promise you… the very last thing I wanted to drink was a hot pumpkin spice latte.

So, what’s a girl to do? When she wants Fall flavors but not a hot drink?

Let’s take the “hot” out of the equation, shall we? This Salted Caramel, Chocolate, and Pecan Shake is the answer! It’s the Fall flavors we love and crave — without being heated up!

The 4 Nourishing Add-Ins

With four nourishing add-ins, you can feel nothing but good about this healthy, Fall-inspired shake!

While these add-ins are totally optional, they’re highly recommended to take your shake to the next level.

Here’s what they are and why they’re so fantastic:

#1 — Grass-Fed Collagen Hydrolysate

Did you know that water is the only thing our bodies have more of than collagen? It’s true! Tendons, ligaments, bones, skin, muscles, and cartilage all contain collagen!

Collagen hydrolysate, like all proteins, is made up of amino acids but is especially rich in 3 key amino acids: glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline. And, these amino acids are particularly awesome for:

• gut health
• younger looking skin
• supporting joint health
• supporting a healthy metabolism
• promoting deeper sleep
• promoting healthier brain function

I LOVE (and use every day) Perfect Supplements Grass-Fed Collagen Hydrolysate. It comes from 100% grass-fed Brazilian cows that are never fed GMO grains or injected with rBGH! Get yours here and use my coupon code ALLTHETHINGS to save 10% on your order!

#2 — Maca

Maca is an adaptogenic Peruvian root. It contains no hormones, but contains all the necessary nutrients to support hormone balance — for men and women!

Maca is also amazing for naturally boosting energy without caffeine, enhancing vitality, and supporting fertility and libido!

#3 — Perfect Plant Protein

I have high protein needs, so I relied on a quality, grass-fed whey protein to help meet those needs. Until I couldn’t have dairy anymore…

But my protein needs never changed. So, I recently found Perfect Plant Protein — and I’m loving it!

It’s a blend of hemp, mushroom (like reishi, cordyceps, and shiitake), and brown rice protein that’s enhanced with probiotics and enzymes! Furthermore, one scoop of Perfect Plant Protein contains 26 grams of complete protein — more than 2 scoops of Naked Whey!

Perfect Plant Protein contains these enzymes:

• protease
• amylase
• bromelain
• cellulase
• lactase
• lipase

And these gut-healthy probiotics:

• L. acidophilus
• L. casei
• B. longum
• L. rhamnosus

It’s dairy-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, low-carb, vegetarian/vegan, non-GMO, and certified organic. If you tolerate dairy and want to use a high quality whey protein powder in this shake, I recommend Naked Whey.

Give Perfect Plant Protein a try and save 10% on it with my coupon code ALLTHETHINGS!

#4 — MCT Oil

For a dose of healthy, brain- and metabolism-boosting fats, there’s nothing better to add to a shake than MCT Oil!

MCT Oil is pure medium-chain triglycerides and goes straight to your liver for a quick surge of energy and heat — proof that it’s ramping up your metabolism. We use 100% pure MCT oil from Perfect Supplements. Save 10% on MCT Oil with my coupon code ALLTHETHINGS!

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Salted Caramel, Chocolate, & Pecan Shake {with 4 nourishing add-ins!}

This delicious fall-inspired shake satisfies at snack-time, breakfast, or for dessert, especially when you don't want a fruity smoothie. With optional nourishing add-ins, you can customize the superfoods, protein, and fat in your shake!

CourseBreakfast, Dessert, Snacks

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 1 shake

Author Lindsey Dietz

Ingredients

• 3/4cupdairy-free milkI use coconut or cashew milk.
• 1/3cupsoaked and dehydrated pecans
• 1 to 1-1/2tablespoonscoconut syrup*
• 1tablespoonsraw fermented cacao powder
• 2 to 3pinchessalt
• 1cupice
• 1scoop collagen hydrolysateoptional
• 1teaspoonmacaoptional
• 1scoop Perfect Plant Protein with Medicinal MushroomsHemp, and Enzymes (optional)
• 1tablespoonMCT oil 

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients in the order listed to a high-powered blender.
2. If using any or all of the optional add-ins, they need to go into the blender before the ice.
3. Add ice last.
4. Blend 45 to 60 seconds until smooth.
5. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*For sugar-free, use 2 teaspoons Dietz Sweet + 1/4 teaspoon caramel extract.

You customize this shake for YOU! Use all the add-ins or just a couple — it’s totally YOUR call!

So, will you use any add-ins? Have you tried maca, collagen, plant protein, or MCT oil before?