Description
A delicious and nutritious chocolate covered strawberry protein shake that’s perfect as a post-workout drink or a healthy snack. This creamy smoothie blends fresh or frozen strawberries with chocolate protein powder, cocoa, and optional nut butter for an extra dose of flavor and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter (optional)
- Honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- A handful of spinach (optional, for added nutrients)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Add the milk, chocolate protein powder, strawberries, cocoa powder, nut butter (if using), vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a blender.
- Blend until smooth: Blend on high speed for about 30-60 seconds until the mixture is creamy and smooth with no lumps.
- Taste and adjust sweetness: Taste your shake, and if you prefer it sweeter, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Blend briefly again to mix.
- Serve immediately: Pour the shake into a glass and enjoy fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a thicker shake, increase the amount of ice or use frozen strawberries instead of fresh.
- To boost the nutrient content without affecting flavor, add a handful of spinach before blending.
- You can substitute the milk with any plant-based milk for a vegan or dairy-free version.
- Adjust the protein powder type based on dietary needs or flavor preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
