GERD-Friendly Milkshake Recipe: A Creamy, Low-Acid Treat for Sensitive Stomachs

For many people living with acid reflux, GERD, or IBS, treats like milkshakes are often off-limits. Traditional milkshakes are typically loaded with high-fat dairy and chocolate (hello caffeine), which are common triggers for digestive symptoms. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up milkshakes altogether. This GERD-friendly milkshake recipe offers a delicious, gentle-on-the-stomach alternative to traditional shakes.

Made with banana, lactose-free or low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt, and your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk, this shake skips the high-fat ingredients, caffeine, and acids that can trigger symptoms. The best part? It’s totally customizable depending on what you’re craving.

Acid Reflux Safe Milkshake for Sweet Cravings

Finding a milkshake that’s both satisfying and safe for acid reflux can feel nearly impossible—especially when many versions are loaded with common triggers like high-fat dairy, chocolate, or even mint. This version skips all of that, offering a creamy and naturally sweet drink that’s gentle on the stomach.

Instead of relying on ice cream, this shake uses a frozen banana for a smooth texture, vanilla Greek yogurt (lactose-free or low-fat) for a protein boost, and your choice of reflux-friendly milk, such as oat or almond. Pure vanilla extract and a drizzle of maple syrup add the perfect amount of sweetness. 

Heartburn-Friendly Dessert Drinks That Actually Taste Good

This shake is not only nourishing, thanks to the Greek yogurt and fruit, but it’s delicious too! That’s why it’s one of our favorite heartburn-friendly dessert drinks. It’s rich and creamy but light enough to enjoy after a meal or as a snack.

To make it more filling, you can add ground flaxseed or a scoop of collagen powder. Both are GERD-safe and add a little extra nutrition. Avoid acidic add-ins like citrus or berries unless you know you tolerate them well.

Low-Acid Smoothie Alternative: Easy to Customize

One of the best aspects of this recipe is its flexibility. Once you have the base recipe down, you can swap flavors to suit your mood. Want something fruity? Add a handful of low-acid fruits, such as peeled peaches or melon. Craving something a little more indulgent? Add in a couple of crushed shortbread cookies or a dash of carob powder for a chocolatey flavor without the reflux.

Because it’s banana-based and doesn’t rely on citrus or fruit juice, this is a great low-acid smoothie alternative that still feels fresh and exciting.

Digestive-Friendly Milkshake Ideas for Every Craving

This recipe is just one example of the many digestive-friendly milkshake ideas you can try. Use it as a base and experiment with your favorite reflux-safe ingredients. Some other options include:

• Strawberry banana (using frozen strawberries, if tolerated)
  

• Peach vanilla (using peaches and vanilla extract)
  

• Oatmeal cookie (using maple syrup, cinnamon, and stirring in granola)
  

• Cookies and “cream” (stirring in crushed cookies)

Keep a few frozen bananas on hand, and you can blend up a fun dessert whenever the craving hits—no need to worry about triggering symptoms.

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