Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake

If you want a creamy, chocolatey protein shake that tastes like a milkshake but keeps you full and fueled, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake is for you! It’s thick, rich, and packed with protein, making it the perfect post-workout drink or quick breakfast.

And the best part? It’s ready in under 5 minutes!

Let’s blend it up!

What You’ll Need

1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tbsp natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
1 small banana (for creaminess and natural sweetness)
1 tbsp cocoa powder (for extra chocolate flavor)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup ice cubes

For Toppings (Optional but Delicious!):

Peanut butter drizzle
Crushed peanuts
Chocolate chips

Pro Tips

Use frozen banana! It makes the shake thicker and creamier.
Want it extra cold? Add more ice or use frozen milk cubes.
Make it dairy-free! Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
More protein? Add Greek yogurt or an extra scoop of protein powder.
Sweeter version? Blend in a drizzle of honey or a Medjool date.

Tools You’ll Need

Blender
Tall glass
Spoon for drizzling

Substitutions & Variations

No banana? Use ½ cup Greek yogurt or avocado for creaminess.
No cocoa powder? Use a small piece of dark chocolate instead.
Nut-free? Swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter.

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Blender

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

a blender filled with creamy milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, a spoonful of peanut butter, a sliced banana, rich cocoa powder

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

a blender mid-blend, the chocolate peanut butter shake swirling into a smooth, creamy mixture, with tiny air bubbles forming on top

Step 3: Drizzle Peanut Butter Inside Glass (Optional)

Drizzle peanut butter inside the glass for extra flavor.

creamy peanut butter being drizzled down the inside of a tall glass, creating smooth golden streaks against the clear glass

Step 4: Pour Shake Into Glass

Pour the thick shake into the prepared glass.

a thick, creamy chocolate peanut butter protein shake being poured from a blender into a peanut butter-drizzled glass, filling it to the brim

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Top with crushed peanuts and chocolate chips, then enjoy!

chocolate peanut butter protein shake topped with crushed peanuts and mini chocolate chips, the creamy surface slightly textured from the toppings

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 Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake is ready to sip! It’s rich, creamy, and packed with protein, making it the perfect way to fuel your day. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🍫🥜💪