Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake

Sep 13, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A tall glass of thick, creamy chocolate cherry protein shake with a straw, a few of its fresh ingredients beside it

A rich and creamy protein shake with the natural sweetness of cherries and the deep flavor of cocoa, enhanced by real vanilla for a smooth finish.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Yield 1 shake

Diet —

Ingredients

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shake

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)milk (or unsweetened soy milk)
1.0 scoopprotein powder (about 20–25 g protein), chocolate or unflavored
1.0 (118.0 g)frozen banana, peeled and broken into chunks
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
1.0 tbsp (7.5 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
1.0 cup (140.0 g)frozen cherries, pitted
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Add the milk and protein powder to a blender.
Add the frozen banana chunks to the blender.
Add the frozen cherries, cocoa powder, ice cubes, and vanilla extract to the blender.
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Pour into a large glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use ripe bananas peeled and frozen in advance for better texture and sweetness.
For a more intense vanilla flavor, substitute vanilla bean paste (1 tsp) for the extract.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate cherry protein shake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 large shake.

How should I store chocolate cherry protein shake?

Best enjoyed fresh. If needed, keep refrigerated up to 24 hours and stir well before drinking.

Can I make chocolate cherry protein shake ahead?

Prepare all ingredients and freeze bananas and cherries in advance for quick blending.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A rich and creamy protein shake with the natural sweetness of cherries and the deep flavor of cocoa, enhanced by real vanilla for a smooth finish.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

425 Calories / serving

7.7g Fat

61.9g Carbs

34.0g Protein

36.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~425 cal · 8g fat · 62g carbs · 34g protein · 37g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 425 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 80 min·4.7 mi·~9350 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 58 min·2.9 mi·~5800 steps
Moderate cycling 43 min·8.6 mi
Swimming laps 60 min
Jogging 42 min·3.5 mi·~6700 steps
Stair climbing 39 min·~3500 steps
Dancing 69 min
Bodyweight circuit training 43 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 99 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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