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Creamy Chunky Monkey Protein Shake With Caramel

A gluten-free, vegan, classic smoothie recipe. This chunky monkey smoothie is creamy, thick, and makes a tasty post-workout fuel source.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2 serving
Calories: 331 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • caramel drizzle
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Smoothie Ingredients
  • 1 banana frozen
  • ⅓ cup vegan vanilla protein powder
  • 5 Ice cubes
  • 3 tablespoons raw cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 date
  • ¼ cup oats
  • ¾ cups almond milk

Instructions

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  1. In a blender, combine everything but almond milk.
  2. Pour milk over top.
  3. Blend on high until combined and smooth.
  4. You may need to use a tamper as the smoothie is thick.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the healthy caramel topping.
  6. Pour the smoothie into a glass.
  7. Place the caramel drizzle into a ziplock bag, cut the corner tip off and drizzle over smoothie.

Notes

  • This recipe makes 1 super large indulgent smoothie or two small ones.
  • Both why or vegan protein powder will work however the flavor will be different. The whey smoothie will be sweeter. If you've just switched to a vegan protein powder, it's a bit less sweet. Add in another date if you need to!
  • This protein chocolate smoothie is best when eaten as soon as it’s made. It will thin out if stored.
  • Likewise, you can store the homemade caramel sauce however it will harden slightly.
  • If you need to omit the protein powder, opt for collagen powder and add 1-2 dates to adjust the sweetness of the smoothie.
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  • This recipe makes 1 super large indulgent smoothie or two small ones.
  • Both why or vegan protein powder will work however the flavor will be different. The whey smoothie will be sweeter. If you've just switched to a vegan protein powder, it's a bit less sweet. Add in another date if you need to!
  • This protein chocolate smoothie is best when eaten as soon as it’s made. It will thin out if stored.
  • Likewise, you can store the homemade caramel sauce however it will harden slightly.
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder will work in place of cacao powder though you'll have more health benefits with the latter.
  • Make sure t use frozen bananas to make sure it's super creamy.
  • If you need to omit the protein powder, opt for collagen powder and add 1-2 dates to adjust the sweetness of the smoothie.

Nutrition Information

Calories 331kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 181mg (8%) Potassium 579mg (17%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 20g (40%) Vitamin A 38IU (1%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 282mg (28%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 331

% Daily Value*

Calories 331kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 43g 14%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 181mg 8%
Potassium 579mg 12%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 20g 40%
Vitamin A 38IU 1%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 282mg 28%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.