Description
Indulge in the decadent yet nutritious blend of chocolate and strawberries with this Chocolate Covered Strawberry Protein Shake. This smoothie is a perfect post-workout refuel or a deliciously healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 small banana
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1/2 to 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: Add almond milk, protein powder, strawberries, banana, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, chia seeds (if using), and ice cubes to a blender.
- Blend: Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust thickness or sweetness as needed by adding more milk or a drizzle of honey.
- Serve: Serve immediately for a refreshing and protein-packed treat.
Notes
Notes:
- Use frozen strawberries for a creamier texture without needing extra ice.
- To make it a post-workout smoothie, add a scoop of Greek yogurt or a tablespoon of nut butter for added protein and creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
