The best Chocolate Protein Shake recipe is decadent, creamy, and filled with wholesome ingredients. It only takes 5 minutes and is the perfect breakfast, post-workout snack, or dessert!
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Why I love this recipe:
My friend shared the most amazing protein shake with me last year and it became an obsession. Her recipe was inspired by a protein shake from Lillie’s Eats and Treats. I started making my own much simplified version and, months later, it’s still one of my daily cravings!
- Healthy – High in protein, and filled satiating ingredients that will leave you feeling satisfied.
- Tasty – This seriously could pass for a chocolate milkshake. I love to enjoy it in the evenings as a dessert and it satisfies my sweet tooth every time!
- Quick – All you need is 5 minutes for this chocolate banana protein shake! Perfect for breakfast, post-workout snack, dessert, or even a snack on the go!
Ingredients Needed:
- Unsweetened Almond Milk
- Chocolate Protein Powder: Your favorite kind (we like Clean Simple Eats).
- Cocoa Powder: Any unsweetened cocoa powder will work, but the darker the richer. I’ve loved this brand.
- Powdered Peanut Butter: We love PB Fit.
- Frozen Banana
- Ice
How to make a Chocolate Protein Shake:
Blend: Add protein powder, cocoa powder, almond milk, banana, and ice, to a blender and blend until smooth.
Add Toppings: Pour into cup and use a spoon to stir in peanut butter powder. Optional: Stir in other mix-ins—my favorites are Rice Krispies cereal, cacao nibs and a sprinkle of flake salt. Stir and enjoy this chocolate peanut butter protein shake.
Milkshake Cup and Spoon: My friend served her shake in a stainless steel milkshake cup, with long milkshake spoons, and it made them so fun to eat–like enjoying a true chocolate milkshake. I went and immediately bought my own.
Recipe Variations:
- Protein Powder: We like Clean Simple Eats. Use your favorite brand.
- Nut-Free: Use oat milk or soy milk and omit the peanut butter powder.
- Toppings: Feel free to top with a sliced banana, a little whipped cream, or your favorite toppings!
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Recipe
Chocolate Protein Shake
Ingredients
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder , (30-35 grams) good quality*
- 1 Tablespoons dark unsweetened cocoa powder , or more, to taste
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 30 grams frozen ripe banana*
- 8-15 Ice cubes , (depending how thick you’d like it)
- 1 Tablespoons peanut butter powder , (PB Fit) stirred in at the end
Optional Additional Mix-Ins:
- 1 Tablespoon Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 Tablespoon cacao nibs
- Flake salt , to garnish
Instructions
- Add protein powder, cocoa powder, almond milk, banana, and ice, to blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour into cup and use a spoon to stir in peanut butter powder.
- Add Optional Toppings: My favorites are Rice Krispies cereal, cacao nibs and a sprinkle of flake salt.
- Stir and Enjoy.
Notes
Macros Recipe Adaptation
Add the optional toppings.Macros
280kcal, Fat:9g, Carbs:29g, Protein: 26 g. | MFP: Chocolate Protein Shake (TBFS Macros)Nutrition
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Just started using protein powder. I used lactose free milk, added chunky peanut butter and chia seeds. This shake was very delicious! My husband liked it also! I’ll try adding cinnamon the next time. So very easy to make. Thanks for this great recipe
Really yummy! My whole family loves it! I did add a little more peanut butter because we like that flavoring.