Chocolate Banana Protein Shake (2024)

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So simple to make and such a classic flavor combo, this extra rich and creamy Chocolate Banana Protein Shake sure will satisfy after a hard workout, or will start your day on the right foot!

So I just officially joined my local gym! That’s right, I decided to start going back to the gym again. Got a little tired of working out alone in my basem*nt and needed a bit of a change of scenery… Sure feels good to be working out with other people again.

When I come home after my morning workout, though, my body demands nourishment in a hurry. And this classic protein shake is my favorite way to oblige!

Alright I know what you’re thinking… Chocolate Banana Protein Shake; do you even need a recipe for that? Pfff… come on, all you need to do is throw a banana, some milk and chocolate whey powder in a blender and there you have it.

Well, not so fast. I like to make mine extra rich and chocolaty and also super thick and creamy. Sooo, I throw in a few more ingredients in that blender. Just a few, don’t worry.

That shake is still super easy to make, so today’s post will be short and sweet (for a change!). Happy to share my quick shake recipe with you all!

Just like with any shake, or well basically most shakes, just throw all your ingredients in your blender. For this particular one we’re talking:

• 8 ice cubes;
• half a ripe banana;
• half a cup of almond milk (or any other liquid of your preference);
• a generous scoop of your favorite vanilla flavored whey protein powder (I’m a HUGE fan of Naked Whey);
• 2 tablespoons of cacao powder;
• half a teaspoon of espresso powder (now that’s not entirely necessary but it will make that chocolate flavor so much more intense);
• and finally, a pinch of salt (again, this will act as a flavor enhancer)

Process on high until smooth, although initially, you might want to just pulse a few times, which will help in breaking up those ice cubes.

Now I’m really a fan of my Vitamix, because I find it gives everything the bestest texture in the world, but any blender will do the trick! Even those small Magic Bullet type things… I’ve also been using them for years and they do give very acceptable results!

Now all that’s left to do is pour that delicious protein shake into a beautiful glass, and garnish it as desired, if your tummy is patient enough and will let you do that!

Drink up and tell me what you think!

posted by Sonia! The Healthy Foodie on February 27, 2018

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