This healthy chocolate protein shake recipe is packed with over 55 grams of protein and tastes like a chocolate milkshake!

What makes this the best protein shake?

More protein. My recipe contains more than twice the amount of protein found in many chocolate protein shake recipes and store bought protein drinks.

Superior chocolate flavor. If you love thick, diner style ice cream milkshakes, this is your kind of creamy protein shake.

Great post workout option. Each nutrition filled serving provides potassium, fiber, magnesium, hydration, and over 50% of the RDA for both calcium and iron.

High or low calorie. Customize the recipe to fit your personal weight loss or gain goals. For a weight gain shake, use real sugar and include the optional two tablespoons of peanut butter.

Easy to make. Whip up your own homemade version in under thirty seconds for breakfast or snack, and save the high cost you’d pay at an expensive smoothie shop.

Also try this Protein Cookie Dough

Key ingredients

Milk – Use your favorite milk of choice, and look for a high protein milk, like skim or soymilk instead of almond milk, to give you more protein.

Protein powder – Many chocolate protein powder options are available on the market, including whey, casein, and pea based powders. Try different brands to find your personal preference.

Sweetener – Pretty much anything goes, including pure maple syrup, honey, regular sugar, or stevia for a sugar free and keto protein shake.

The amount will depend on whether your milk, yogurt, and protein powder are sweetened or unsweetened.

Yogurt – Regular or Greek yogurt both work in this protein smoothie. I recommend vanilla yogurt for optimum flavor, although plain is fine as well.

For a dairy free and vegan protein shake, choose a plant based yogurt or substitute one ripe banana.

Use leftover yogurt in an Orange Smoothie

Chocolate protein shake recipe video

Step by step instructions

1. Begin with cold milk and yogurt or a frozen banana.
2. Add all ingredients to either a large or single serving blender, and blend until thick and completely smooth.
3. Serve immediately in milkshake glasses or mason jars.
4. Decorate with cacao nibs or chocolate syrup and shaved chocolate if desired.
5. Leftovers? Store them in a tightly covered cup or container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Or freeze in popsicle molds for homemade instant chocolate protein pops on a hot summer day.

I just tried this recipe and it is so delicious! And very filling! It’s great for breakfast on the go.

-Kerry

Chocolate protein shake flavors

• Mocha: Add a half teaspoon of instant coffee or espresso powder for an energizing caffeine boost.
• Peanut butter cup: Blend in one or two tablespoons of peanut butter, almond butter, or powdered peanut butter. Bonus, this increases the protein content too.
• Chocolate covered cherry: Use a cherry flavored yogurt, or replace the yogurt with six ounces of pitted frozen cherries.
• Mint chocolate chip: Add a fourth teaspoon of pure peppermint extract or more to taste. Garnish with mini chocolate chips and fresh mint leaves.
• Strawberry: Go with strawberry yogurt and add a few drops of pure vanilla extract. Or change up the flavor by trying raspberry, blueberry, or banana yogurt.

The recipe was adapted from my Chocolate Smoothie and Protein Hot Chocolate.

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