Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake (Printable)
Rich chocolate and tart cherry blend into a creamy, protein-packed shake for quick post-workout fuel.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
02 - 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
03 - 1/2 cup frozen pitted cherries
04 - 1 small banana, fresh or frozen
05 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
→ Sweetener & Extras
06 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
→ Ice
08 - 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for extra thickness)
# How-To:
01 - Add the almond milk, chocolate protein powder, frozen cherries, banana, cocoa powder, and any optional sweetener or vanilla extract to a blender.
02 - Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
03 - Add ice cubes if a thicker texture is desired, and blend again until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour into a tall glass and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It tastes genuinely like a milkshake but packs enough protein to actually refuel your body after a tough workout.
- The tart cherries and deep cocoa create a flavor combo that feels indulgent, not like you are choking down something healthy.
02 -
- Using fresh cherries instead of frozen will leave you with a thin, watery shake that barely qualifies as a treat.
- Always put the liquid in before the frozen ingredients or your blender will struggle and you will end up with uneven chunks.
03 -
- Freeze overripe bananas peeled and chopped into coins so they blend faster and more evenly than whole chunks.
- A brief pinch of salt on top before blending amplifies the chocolate flavor in a way that will make people ask what your secret is.