Amazing Chocolate Protein Shake
User Reviews
5
Amazing Chocolate Protein Shake
Description
The Amazing Chocolate Protein Shake combines chocolate protein powder and frozen banana, which provide creamy texture and a natural sweetness. Cocoa powder deepens the chocolate flavor, balanced by milk (almond milk here) for smoothness. Optional add-ins like peanut butter contribute a subtle nuttiness and creaminess, while chia or ground flaxseeds add slight thickness and added fiber. Blended with ice until smooth, the shake is chilled and refreshing.
Its coating chocolate taste and creamy consistency make it suitable as a quick protein-rich drink, whether after exercise or as a midday snack.
Adjust the banana amount to control sweetness and creaminess. Using half a banana lowers sugar with a thinner texture. Peanut butter and seeds are optional extras and can be omitted or replaced with lower-calorie alternatives like peanut butter powder.
Ingredients
- 1 coop (25 grams) chocolate protein powder
- 1 banana in chunks, frozen
- ½ Tablespoon cocoa powder
- ¾ cup milk used almond milk
- 1 Tablespoon peanut butter optional*
- ½ Tablespoon chia seeds optional, or ground flaxseed
- handful of ice
- Whipped Cream optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into your blender except the whipped cream and blend until smooth.
- Pour into a glass, add a little whipped cream on top, if desired and enjoy.
Notes
- Reduce banana quantity to lower sugar content, though creaminess will decrease.
- Peanut butter adds flavor but is optional; peanut butter powder can reduce calories and fat.
- Chia seeds or ground flaxseed provide added texture and nutrition but can be omitted.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 282 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 282kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 587mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 703mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
