Ingredients
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (Clean Simple Eats)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 30g frozen banana (about ½ a banana)
- 1 tbsp peanut butter powder
- Ice cubes (as needed for thickness)
Optional toppings & add-ins:
- Rice Krispies or cacao nibs (for crunch)
- Flake salt or sliced banana (for extra flavor)
- Whipped cream (for a treat)
- Spinach (for extra nutrition, won’t affect taste)
- Xanthan gum (¼ tsp) (for thickness, if skipping banana)
- Coffee ice cubes (for a mocha twist)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients – Gather all ingredients. Ensure the banana is frozen for a creamy texture and chill the almond milk beforehand for extra smoothness.
2️⃣ Blend the Base – In a high-speed blender, combine the chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond milk, frozen banana, and ice cubes. Blend until smooth.
3️⃣ Add Extra Creaminess – Stir in peanut butter powder to enhance the shake’s texture and flavor.
4️⃣ Adjust Consistency –
- For a thicker shake, add more frozen banana or a pinch of xanthan gum.
- For a thinner shake, mix in extra almond milk.
5️⃣ Serve and Enjoy – Pour into a glass or milkshake cup. Top with whipped cream, cacao nibs, or a banana slice, if desired. Serve immediately while cold!
Notes
- Make it nut-free: Swap almond milk for oat milk and omit peanut butter powder.
- More protein? Add an extra ½ scoop of protein powder.
- Low-carb version: Use stevia instead of banana for sweetness and add xanthan gum for texture.
- Fun serving idea: Use a stainless steel milkshake cup with a thick straw for a nostalgic feel.
- Boost nutrition: Add a handful of spinach for vitamins without changing the flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Smoothies, Protein Shakes
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 5mg