The chocolate version of Shake Me Up is for training days, post-workout recovery, and the moments when you want something indulgent that still counts as nutrition. Vanilla is different. It's for the mornings when you need a measured, clean, neutral base — one that blends with everything from berries to greens without competing, sustains you for three to four hours, and fits into a calorie-managed eating pattern without a second thought. 13.6g of plant protein, MCT oil for sustained energy, psyllium fibre for satiety. Halal approved. Naturally sweetened. Made in the UK.
Why Vanilla Works Differently From Chocolate
Chocolate protein shakes front-load flavour impact — you taste the chocolate and the sweetness first. Vanilla provides a clean, neutral-sweet base that amplifies rather than competes with whatever you add. Blend it with spinach and banana: green smoothie, not chocolate smoothie. Add matcha: matcha vanilla, not matcha-chocolate. Add frozen mango: tropical vanilla shake. The vanilla format makes Shake Me Up a culinary building block as much as a supplement.
MCT oil — a differentiator that the chocolate version doesn't include — provides medium-chain triglycerides that are rapidly converted to ketones by the liver, providing immediate fat-derived energy without spiking insulin. Research confirms MCT supplementation supports satiety, reduces caloric intake, and provides cognitive energy benefits that longer-chain fats can't match. This is why MCT oil is a foundational ingredient in ketogenic nutrition — and why the vanilla shake makes an excellent breakfast for sustained morning focus.
Why Competitors Fall Short
Huel Black Vanilla — more complete, not halal, ~£60/month. Huel Black is the benchmark complete vegan meal product. Not halal certified and considerably more expensive. For the halal vegan meal shake category, Shake Me Up Vanilla provides the MCT + protein + fibre combination at a fraction of Huel's price.
Form Nutrition Superblend — premium, not halal. Form's superblend is a well-formulated plant protein and adaptogen powder. Not halal certified and premium-priced. No MCT oil in the formula.
Most vanilla protein powders — no fibre, no MCT. Standard vanilla whey or pea protein gives you protein and sweetness. No psyllium fibre for satiety, no MCT for sustained cognitive energy. Shake Me Up Vanilla is a complete meal shake, not a protein supplement.
What's in Every Serving
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Plant protein blend — 13.6g · pea and rice protein · complete amino acid profile · dairy-free, soy-free · EU-authorised muscle maintenance claims
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MCT oil (medium-chain triglycerides) · C8/C10 from coconut · rapid ketone conversion · sustained energy without insulin spike · cognitive focus support
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Psyllium husk fibre · soluble fibre · forms viscous gel in gut · slows gastric emptying · sustains fullness 3–4 hours
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14+ vitamins and minerals · including B vitamins, vitamin D, zinc, iron · supports nutritional completeness as a meal replacement
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Natural vanilla flavouring · no artificial flavours · no sucralose or artificial sweeteners
300g — approximately 12 servings. Vegan. Halal approved. Dairy-free. Gluten-free. Low sugar.
Every serving is: ✓ Halal approved · ✓ Vegan · ✓ Dairy-free · ✓ Gluten-free · ✓ MCT oil · ✓ No artificial sweeteners · ✓ UK GMP made
Shake Me Up Vanilla vs the Competition
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Shake Me Up Vanilla BioBodyBoost · £14.99
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Huel Black Vanilla ~£60/month
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Form Superblend ~£40+
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MyProtein Vegan MR ~£25
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| MCT oil included |
✓ Yes |
✗ No |
✗ No |
✗ No |
| Psyllium fibre |
✓ Yes |
✓ Oat fibre |
✗ No |
✗ No |
| Halal certified |
✓ Yes |
✗ No |
✗ No |
✗ No |
| No artificial sweeteners |
✓ Yes |
✓ Stevia |
✓ Yes |
Sucralose ✗ |
| Price per serving |
£1.25 ✓ |
£1.50–2.00 |
£3.50+ ✗ |
£1.25 |
Based on publicly available product information. Prices approximate. Always verify current specs on manufacturer websites.
How to Take It
Mix 1 serving (approximately 25g) with 300–400ml cold water, oat milk or plant milk and shake well. As a neutral vanilla base, it blends exceptionally well with: frozen berries, banana, spinach, matcha, cinnamon, peanut butter. For additional protein volume, blend with PeaPro. For a greens + protein morning combo, blend with BioGreenz.
Is This You?
- You want a halal certified vegan meal shake in vanilla — Huel and Form are not halal certified
- You want MCT oil included for sustained cognitive energy — most meal shakes don't include it
- You need a neutral base that blends with fruit, vegetables, and other flavours without overpowering them
- You're managing calories and want psyllium fibre for genuine satiety, not just protein
- You want a clean, additive-free vanilla with no sucralose or artificial sweeteners
Explore the full Meal Shakes UK and Vegan Wellness UK collections.
Questions We Get Asked
What does MCT oil do?
MCT (medium-chain triglycerides) are fatty acids — primarily C8 (caprylic) and C10 (capric) from coconut oil — that are metabolised differently from regular dietary fat. They bypass the lymphatic system and go directly to the liver, where they're rapidly converted to ketones. Ketones provide immediate cellular energy — particularly for the brain — without requiring insulin. The effect is sustained focus and energy without a blood glucose spike. This is the reason MCT oil has become a foundational ingredient in ketogenic nutrition and morning coffee (bulletproof coffee).
How does the vanilla compare to the chocolate version?
The chocolate version (Shake Me Up Chocolate) contains 18g protein vs this vanilla's 13.6g — slightly more protein per serving. This vanilla version includes MCT oil which the chocolate doesn't. The vanilla is more versatile as a base for blended additions; the chocolate is more satisfying as a standalone shake. Both are naturally sweetened, halal approved, and psyllium-fibre-based.
Food supplements should not replace a varied diet or healthy lifestyle. Not recommended as sole source of nutrition. Consult your GP before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a diagnosed health condition.