This smoothie blends chocolate, almond flavor, banana, and protein powder into a creamy, nutritious drink perfect for a quick boost.
Chocolate Almond Protein Smoothie
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This smoothie blends chocolate, almond flavor, banana, and protein powder into a creamy, nutritious drink perfect for a quick boost.
Prep
7 min
Cook
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Total
7 min
Servings
1
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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servings
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- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 1.0 mediumfrozen banana
- 1.0 scoopprotein powder
- 1.0 tbsp (8.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.0 tbsp (16.0 g)almond butter
- ½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
- pinch of fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
- Add frozen banana, protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, fine sea salt, and vanilla extract.
- Add the ice cubes last.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
- Check consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use natural almond butter without added sugar or salt for best flavor. For a thinner smoothie, add more milk gradually.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make chocolate almond protein smoothie?
Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make chocolate almond protein smoothie ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
461
Calories / serving
18.7g
Fat
47.0g
Carbs
34.7g
Protein
26.2g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~461 cal · 19g fat · 47g carbs · 35g protein · 26g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 461 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 87 min·5.1 mi·~10200 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 62 min·3.1 mi·~6200 steps
- Moderate cycling 47 min·9.4 mi
- Swimming laps 65 min
- Jogging 45 min·3.8 mi·~7200 steps
- Stair climbing 43 min·~3850 steps
- Dancing 75 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 47 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 107 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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