Carnation Breakfast Essentials Ready-to-Drink, Classic French Vanilla, 8 FL OZ Carton (Pack of 24)

The Cookies & Crème Carnation Breakfast Essentials drink is a convenient way to get a quick boost when you don’t have time for a full meal. The flavor is surprisingly smooth—sweet, creamy, and very much like a light cookies‑and‑cream milkshake. It’s easy to drink first thing in the morning, and it doesn’t have that chalky or powdery aftertaste some nutritional drinks struggle with. The 8 oz bottle is the perfect grab‑and‑go size. It fits easily in a bag, doesn’t require refrigeration until opened, and is ideal for busy mornings, work breaks, or a quick pick‑me‑up in the afternoon. It’s filling enough to hold you over, especially paired with something small like fruit or toast. Nutritionally, it offers a solid mix of vitamins, minerals, and protein, making it a helpful option when you need something fast but still want some nourishment. It’s also a great choice for kids, teens, or anyone who prefers a sweeter flavor profile. If you enjoy cookies‑and‑cream and want a convenient, tasty nutritional drink that goes down easy, this one is a reliable choice.

I love these breakfast drinks! They’re creamy, taste great, and give me a quick burst of energy when I don’t have time to cook. Perfect for mornings, work breaks, or even as a snack. Very convenient and surprisingly filling.

My daughter with cerebral palsy-sometimes has trouble eating so she replaces a meal with the shakes. She loves the taste of them. They are delicious. It’s more like a treat than a meal. She so looks for her today. Best price ever Amazon.

Not My favorite-Creamy Strawberry, I actually prefer WM Equate Strawberry Brand better than these, as the Carnation Brand has the "fake" Strawberry taste to My liking. I actually like the Carnation Brand Rich Milk Chocolate WITH FIBER-Has a really good taste, higher Protein, & Fiber as well - quells Your appetite for quite a while also. I've tried Carnation's Rich Milk Chocolate w/o fiber, but it's not as good as the fiber type & also has less protein. Tried these 3, the Fiber type= 5 Stars, the other 2 I'd give them a 4 Star - IMO. THE LORD Love's You !!! Best, PawPaw C. - Update : to be fair, I had stated that these had the fake Strawberry taste, but since I've gotten use to it they are not all that bad, just a "different" taste than the Equate Brand. I still like the Equate Brand better, but for the right price I'll probably buy the Carnation Brand again 😉. Since writing the original review I have also tried the Caramel Carnation Protein Drink & it is quite good also. Best, PawPaw C

Bought these for my daughter to help her keep weight when she can not eat. She loves the cookies and cream, caramel, and strawberry flavors. These taste better than Boost and Ensure. No vitamin taste, no to thick, and she feels full. Replaces her protein daily

Great flavor if refrigerated before drinking, not too thick, worth the price, meets all the criteria for a good drink, and is easy to store.

If you want something quick and easy you will like these. They taste awesome and come in different flavors and make it quick if you’re in a hurry and need a quick snack. A definite must buy you will not be disappointed.

Taste is absolutely great, just like chocolate milk, with an extensive amount of necessary nutrients. I have researched many, and this has the most. It is my go to, to make sure I hit my health goals. There is about as much sugar as a glass of chocolate milk though. Not for a diabetic. I buy these for my teenage son to get his vitamins. Does not taste like a protein shake.