I don’t know if a shake is the appropriate recipe for the holidays but I am throwing tradition out of the window with this recipe. In my mind it has all the essential components except for the cold buttermilk and ice cream components but the red raspberries and cinnamon with a shot of the elderberry liquor,St.Germain bring this drink together.
I used less ice cream because I did not want the ice cream to dominate and overpower the taste of this shake but feel free to add some if you wish. Serve this ice-cold of course and if you keep it standing for too long as with all milk based drinks especially those that contain acidic components like buttermilk or yogurt, it can separate, so you might need to shake it a little before you drink it. 
Cinnamon Raspberry Buttermilk Shakes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
A refreshing buttermilk shake with the festive flavors of cinnamon and raspberries, enhanced by a touch of elderberry liqueur.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (600ml) low fat buttermilk (1%)
- 1/4 cup (50ml) fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup (50ml) low fat vanilla ice cream
- 5 tbsp (75 ml) St. Germain
- 4 tbsp (60 ml) honey
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground cinnamon
- Extra fresh whole raspberries, for garnish
- Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the buttermilk, raspberries, vanilla ice cream, St. Germain, honey, and ground cinnamon in a blender.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the shake into chilled glasses.
- Garnish each glass with fresh whole raspberries and a stick of cinnamon.
- Serve immediately. If the shake stands for too long, shake or stir it before drinking to recombine any separated ingredients.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of ice cream to your liking; more will make the shake creamier.
- Serve ice-cold to prevent separation.
- If separation occurs, simply stir or shake the drink before serving.
- This shake is perfect for a festive holiday treat or a refreshing summer drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 20
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Germain and can I leave it out?
St. Germain is an elderflower liqueur — the recipe uses 5 tbsp (75 ml) to bring a floral, slightly sweet note that ties the raspberry and cinnamon together. The article describes it as essential to pulling the drink together, so omitting it will noticeably change the flavor profile.
Why does the shake separate, and how do I fix it?
The acidic buttermilk can cause milk-based drinks to separate if they sit for too long. Simply stir or shake the glass before drinking to recombine the ingredients — serving ice-cold right after blending also slows separation.
I just love this!
Thanks, Alisha!
What a great and cute idea! ;)
Thanks!