Double Chocolate Protein Shake

If you love thick, creamy, chocolatey goodness, this Double Chocolate Protein Shake is for you! It’s rich, smooth, and packed with chocolate flavor, while also giving you a solid boost of protein. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or when that chocolate craving hits.

And the best part? It tastes like a milkshake but is totally good for you.

Let’s blend up something delicious!

What You’ll Need

1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for extra chocolate flavor)
½ frozen banana (for creaminess)
1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter (for richness)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup ice cubes
1 tbsp sugar-free chocolate chips (for double chocolate effect!)

For Toppings (Optional but Delicious!):

Drizzle of melted sugar-free chocolate
Dark chocolate shavings
Whipped cream (optional but amazing!)

Pro Tips

Use frozen banana! It makes the shake thick and creamy.
Want it even richer? Add ½ cup Greek yogurt or an extra tbsp of cocoa powder.
Make it dairy-free! Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
More chocolate? Swap vanilla extract for chocolate extract.
Like it cold and thick? Blend with extra ice or frozen almond milk cubes.

Tools You’ll Need

Blender
Tall glass
Spoon for drizzling chocolate

Substitutions & Variations

No protein powder? Use ½ cup Greek yogurt for a protein boost.
Want it sweeter? Add ½ tbsp honey or maple syrup.
Extra indulgent? Blend in a sugar-free chocolate square!

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Blender

In a blender, add milk, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, banana, almond butter, vanilla extract, ice cubes, and chocolate chips.

a blender filled with creamy milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, dark cocoa powder, a sliced frozen banana, smooth almond butter, clear vanilla extract,

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

a blender mid-blend, the double chocolate smoothie swirling into a thick, smooth mixture with tiny flecks of chocolate visible

Step 3: Pour Into Glass

Pour the thick shake into a tall glass.

thick, creamy Double Chocolate Protein Shake being poured from a blender into a tall glass, filling it to the top.

Step 4: Drizzle with Chocolate (Optional but Amazing!)

Drizzle melted sugar-free chocolate inside the glass for extra richness.

melted chocolate being drizzled inside a tall glass, creating smooth, glossy streaks against the clear glass before the shake is poured in

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a light cocoa dusting.

Double Chocolate Protein Shake topped with a swirl of fluffy whipped cream, rich chocolate shavings, and a light dusting of cocoa powder

Leftovers & Storage

Best enjoyed fresh!
If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Double Chocolate Protein Shake is ready to sip! It’s rich, creamy, and packed with chocolate flavor—the perfect way to satisfy your cravings while keeping things healthy. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🍫💪🥤✨