Protein smoothies are a great way to increase your protein intake, and if you use the right ingredients, you can harness even more health benefits. The perfect protein smoothie can make an ideal post-workout shake or even just a high protein snack. All you need are a few simple ingredients and a high-powered blender. Chocolate protein powder is the most popular flavor I’ve encountered so let’s dive into chocolate protein smoothie recipes first.
Chocolate Banana Protein Shake Recipe
This delicious protein shake recipe has the consistency of a creamy shake, perfect for a sweet treat after a hard workout. Ideal for weight gainers!
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup chocolate milk
1.5 frozen bananas
Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Shake
My favorite of all time. It sounds a little strange, but it’s like a chocolate-covered strawberry that is also a Reeses. Trust me, the strawberries are a great addition.
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup chocolate milk
½ frozen banana
½ cup frozen strawberries
1 tbsp peanut butter
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake Recipe
This is my go-to smoothie – everyone loves it! Ideal for weight gainers! The peanut butter can be substituted with cashew butter, almond butter, or your favorite nut-free butter.
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup whole chocolate milk
1.5 frozen bananas
1.5 tbsp peanut butter
Lean Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake
Everyone deserves a delicious post-workout shake but not everyone’s goals align with a high-calorie shake. This slimmed-down version is perfect for anyone looking to lean out or maintain muscle. The ice cubes will add a fluffy volume.
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup low-fat chocolate milk
½ cup frozen banana slices
2 tbsp peanut butter powder
½ cup ice cubes
Non-Dairy Chocolate Protein Smoothie Recipe
You don’t need chocolate milk to have a chocolate protein shake! While there is chocolate almond milk, not all non-dairy kinds of milk have a chocolate option. The key here is to add cocoa powder to give you the chocolatey flavor.
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup unsweetened almond milk or cashew milk (or other non-dairy milk)
2 tbsp cacao powder
1.5 frozen bananas
Chocolate Vanilla Protein Smoothie Recipe
What about when you don’t have chocolate protein powder? Grab cocoa powder from the baking section of the store for the chocolatey flavor.
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 cup low-fat chocolate milk
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1.5 frozen bananas
Chocolate Coffee Protein Smoothie Recipe
You deserve breakfast smoothies too! This is one of my favorite ways to get a little extra protein while getting both a caffeine and chocolate fix. Drink it with a breakfast burrito for your new favorite breakfast.
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup coffee
1 frozen banana
1 cup ice cubes
Plant-Powered Chocolate Smoothie Recipe
Did you know that by putting bananas in a smoothie recipe their natural sweetness will cut the taste of green veggies, like spinach? I almost always add some baby spinach into smoothies because why not? I can’t taste it and yay dietary fiber! While you could add spinach to any of these smoothies, I went all-in for our plant-based friends.
1 scoop chocolate plant-based protein powder
1 cup coconut milk
1 frozen banana
2 tbsp cacao powder
Handful of spinach
High-Protein Smoothie
They are all high in protein, but this is like, really high protein. Ideal for anyone who has trouble getting enough protein, or who has higher needs than the typical 20-30 grams of protein. I like strawberry yogurt for this one but play around with flavors for your taste preferences. Banana, coffee, or plain are also great options.
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 cup low-fat chocolate milk
6 ounces Greek yogurt (1 individual container is usually about 6 ounces)
1 frozen banana
2 tbsp chia seeds
High-Calorie Chocolate Protein Shake Recipe
This recipe has a secret ingredient that not only adds calories from healthy fats, but also gives the creaminess of a chocolate milkshake.
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup whole chocolate milk
1/2 avocado
1 frozen banana
1.5 tbsp peanut butter
Oatmeal Chocolate Protein Shake
Just like a bowl of oatmeal with fresh berries and chocolate chips, this smoothie tastes like a breakfast dream. Oats increase the carbohydrate content, making this ideal for after a workout or as a breakfast substitute.
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 cup chocolate milk (any kind)
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 frozen banana
1/2 cup berries
As you can see, there are endless options to choose from and you are sure to be able to find the perfect chocolate protein smoothie recipe for you. Want more recipes? Sign up for my email list here and be notified when new recipes are posted.