Getting protein just got SO much more delicious, folks! This Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake is thick, creamy, chocolatey, perfectly sweet, SO delicious, and packed with… 20+ grams of protein per serving.
And the advantage? Everything is going well. fast with only 4 ingredients and 5 minutes It’s a must! We’ll show you how!
This EASY Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake requires only 4 ingredients: frozen sweet cherries, milk of your choice, protein powder, and cocoa powder. The ice makes it thick, cold, and creamy – our favorite kind of smoothie!
Keep it simple like this, or include the optional add-onsBaby spinach packs a nutrition punch with vitamin C, folate, magnesium, and more (and you can barely taste it!). Cashew butter adds richness and makes it extra satisfying. And vanilla extract and maple syrup (or dates) give it an extra sweet, decadent flavor!
We think you’ll LOVE this smoothie. It’s:
Creamy
Thick
A chocolate
Lightly sweetened
Fast and easy
Packed with protein (over 20 grams per serving!)
And SO delicious!
This smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast, a post-workout energy boost, or an energizing snack.
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Servings 1 (shake)
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- 1 cup frozen sweet cherries
- 3/4 cup standard size ice cubes
- 3/4-1 cup lactose free milk (plain, sugar-free // we like it with almonds)
- 1-2 tablespoons chocolate protein powder* (or substitute vanilla or unflavored)
- 1-3 teaspoonful Cocoa powder (or cocoa powder)
- 1 small handful baby spinach (optional // for added nutrition)
- 1 Tablespoon cashew butter (optional //for wealth)
- 1/2 teaspoonful vanilla extract (optional)
- 1-2 teaspoonful maple syrup (optional // include if using sugar-free protein powder // or substitute with pitted dates)
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In a high-speed blender (or a smaller, more powerful blender like a Nutribullet), add the cherries, ice, non-dairy milk (starting with the smallest amount), protein powder, and cocoa powder (use the smallest amount if using chocolate protein and the largest amount if using unflavored or vanilla protein). Optionally, add the baby spinach, cashew butter, and vanilla. For a sweeter smoothie or if using unsweetened protein powder, add the maple syrup (starting with the smallest amount).
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Blend on high speed until the mixture is thick and smooth. Add more plant milk or use the tamper as needed to make blending easier. Taste and adjust as needed, adding more cocoa powder and maple syrup to taste.
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Serve immediately (the texture and flavor are best when fresh) or freeze in an ice cube tray and then blend again (adding dairy-free milk as needed) to enjoy later.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated using 2 scoops of Aloha Protein Powder and without optional ingredients. Protein content will vary by brand and amount used.
Service: 1 shake Calories: 270 Carbohydrates: 34.1 gram Protein: 20.8 gram Fat: 7.3 gram Saturated fat: 1.9 gram Polyunsaturated fat: 0.6 gram Monounsaturated fat: 1.5 gram Trans fats: 0 gram Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 300 mg Potassium: 824 mg Fiber: 6.6 gram Sugar: 22 gram Vitamin A: 265 International Union Vitamin C: 10 mg Calcium: 377 mg Iron: 7.6 mg
