Description
Enjoy a creamy and delicious Chocolate Banana Protein Shake that’s perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or a healthy dessert. This shake is packed with protein and healthy fats, making it satisfying and easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 medium banana (frozen for a creamier texture)
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for extra chocolate flavor)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a thicker shake)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: Lay everything out on the counter for easy access.
- Choose your milk: Measure 1 cup of your preferred milk and pour it into the blender.
- Select your protein powder: Add 1 scoop of your favorite chocolate protein powder to the blender.
- Prepare the banana: If using a fresh banana, peel and break it into chunks. If using a frozen banana, chop it into smaller pieces and add it to the blender.
- Add the nut butter: Measure 2 tablespoons of peanut butter (or almond butter) and add it to the blender.
- Incorporate cocoa powder (optional): Add 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder for an extra chocolate kick.
- Sweeten it up (optional): If desired, add 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
- Add vanilla extract: Pour in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
- Ice cubes (optional): For a thicker shake, add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
- Blend it all together: Secure the lid and blend on high for 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with more milk or ice as needed.
- Check the consistency: Stop blending and check if the shake is to your liking. Adjust with more milk or ice if necessary.
- Taste test: Taste the shake and adjust sweetness with more honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Pour into a glass: Once satisfied, pour the shake into a tall glass.
- Garnish (optional): Garnish with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, or sliced banana for a special touch.
- Enjoy immediately: Sip and enjoy your delicious shake fresh!
Notes
- For a vegan option, ensure your protein powder and sweetener are plant-based.
- Feel free to customize the shake by adding spinach or other fruits for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes