A rich, cozy, and high-protein Hot Chocolate Smoothie that tastes like a treat while keeping you full and energized. Balanced with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness , perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or a nourishing winter drink.
1 cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened almond/oat/soy)
½ frozen banana
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa or raw cacao powder
1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
1 tbsp nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
½–1 tsp maple syrup or honey, to taste
3–4 ice cubes (for cold version only)
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend on high until thick, smooth, and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as needed.
Serve immediately. For a hot version, warm the milk before blending and blend briefly.
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend on high until thick, smooth, and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as needed.
Serve immediately. For a hot version, warm the milk before blending and blend briefly.
Keywords: high protein smoothie, hot chocolate smoothie, post workout smoothie, winter smoothie, chocolate protein shake