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    Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie Protein Shake

    Published: Aug 22, 2022 by Modern Honey · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is the richest, creamiest healthy chocolate protein shake made with almond butter. This tastes like a chocolate milkshake and you will forget you are drinking a chocolate protein shake!

    This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is the richest, creamiest healthy chocolate protein shake made with almond butter. This tastes like a chocolate milkshake and you will forget you are drinking a chocolate protein shake!

    I am always looking for ways to make a protein shake taste better. As my kids are still growing, I love to send them out the door in the morning with a protein shake filled with healthy ingredients. I can't just send them off with protein powder mixed with water because they just won't drink it!

    So I have become creative in the kitchen trying to make better-tasting protein shakes that taste like milkshakes! This Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Shake does the trick! It makes you think you are drinking a rich chocolate milk chocolate but in reality, you are getting a great balance of protein, fats, and energy-boosting nutrients.

    I saw that Erewhon, the boujee natural grocery store in California, was selling Sami's Form Fuel smoothie and it looked so good! I wanted to create a simpler version I could drink every single day. I am literally obsessed with this chocolate smoothie.

    This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is the richest, creamiest healthy chocolate protein shake made with almond butter. This tastes like a chocolate milkshake and you will forget you are drinking a chocolate protein shake! Chocolate Protein Shake Ingredients.

    Chocolate Protein Shake Ingredients:

    • Chocolate Protein Powder -- I prefer to use the Vital Protein Chocolate Collagen Peptides because of its rich, deep chocolate flavor plus the collagen benefits; however, you can use any of your favorite chocolate protein powder.
    • Unsweetened Almond or Oat Milk -- I like to use only unsweetened milk in this chocolate smoothie and garner the sweetness from all-natural ingrediens like dates and bananas.
    • Almond Butter -- this adds a nutty, creamy flavor to this protein shake. I use all-natural almond butter.
    • Sweet Dates -- dates are known for their sweet, chewy texture and are high in fiber, antioxidants, and even have 50% more potassium than a banana. 
    • Frozen Banana -- this is what gives protein shakes and smoothies the creamy, velvety texture, and extra sweetness. When the bananas are frozen, less ice is required. Bananas are naturally sweet but also full of fiber, potassium, folate, and antioxidants, such as vitamin C. 

    OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS:

    • Coconut Whipped Cream -- if you want your protein shake to look like you just bought it from the local smoothie shop, add some whipped cream to the top. You can use traditional dairy whipped cream or coconut whipped cream (I buy the spray coconut whipped cream from Trader Joe's)
    • Cacao Nibs -- cacao nibs are a superfood and adds a pop of unsweetened, rich chocolate flavor and is full of phytonutrients and other potent antioxidants. They are all-natural and contain no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Raw cacao nibs are high in magnesium, iron, selenium, and zinc.
    • Maca Powder -- maca is a plant-based superfood that is known for its energy and vitality benefits. It has a nutty, malted flavor and pairs well with chocolate and almond butter. It has been around for centuries and Inca warriors used it for endurance. It is known to combat stress and fatigue.
    • Lucuma Powder -- lucuma is known to add an all-natural maple sweet flavor yet is low on the glycemic index. Resembling a cross between a mango and a pear, the lucuma fruit's golden flesh is bursting with nutrients. Lucuma is packed with antioxidants and boosts your healthy immune system while giving you your daily dose of sweetness.

    This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is the richest, creamiest healthy chocolate protein shake made with almond butter. This tastes like a chocolate milkshake and you will forget you are drinking a chocolate protein shake!

    How to make this Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie:

    1. Start with your favorite type of milk. You can use cow's milk, almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, and more. Then choose your favorite chocolate protein powder. I love to use Vital Proteins Chocolate Collagen Powder because of its taste.
    2. Add all-natural almond butter, dates (if you want it sweeter, add more dates), and ½ of a frozen banana. I recipe tested this by using 1 whole banana and ½ banana. We found that by using ½ banana, you still get the creamy texture and natural sweetness without the banana overpowering the chocolate smoothie.
    3. Add in any supplemental ingredients like maca powder or lucuma powder. Add ice and blend until smooth.
    4. Take a glass and drizzle melted dark chocolate all over the glass. Pour the chocolate smoothie into the glass. Top with coconut whipped cream and cacao nibs. 

    This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is the richest, creamiest healthy chocolate protein shake made with almond butter. This tastes like a chocolate milkshake and you will forget you are drinking a chocolate protein shake!

    Substitutions:

    • If you don't want to use unsweetened milk, use your favorite type of sweetened milk.
    • You can use chocolate milk instead of regular milk for extra chocolate richness.
    • You can use more dates for more sweetness.
    • If you want extra sweetness, you can add vanilla stevia drops or all-natural maple syrup.

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    This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is the richest, creamiest healthy chocolate protein shake made with almond butter. This tastes like a chocolate milkshake and you will forget you are drinking a chocolate protein shake!

    Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie

    Modern Honey® - www.modernhoney.com
    Rich, chocolate healthy smoothie recipe made with all-natural ingredients
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 223 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 ounces Almond Milk, Oat Milk, Coconut or Cow's Milk
    • 27 to 34 grams Chocolate Protein Powder * (see note below)
    • 1 Tablespoon Almond Butter
    • 1 to 2 Pitted Dates
    • ½ Banana (preferably frozen)
    • Ice

    Optional Ingredients:

    • 1 teaspoon Maca Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Lucuma Powder

    Garnish:

    • Coconut Whipped Cream
    • Cacao Nibs
    • Melted Dark Chocolate (for glass)

    Instructions
     

    • Add milk and protein powder to blender. Add all-natural almond butter, dates (if you want it sweeter, add more dates), and banana. Add in any supplemental ingredients like maca powder or lucuma powder. Add ice and blend until smooth.
    • Take a glass and drizzle melted dark chocolate all over the glass. Pour the chocolate smoothie into the glass. Top with coconut whipped cream and cacao nibs. 

    Notes

    • The grams could be 1 - 2 scoops of chocolate protein powder depending on the brand you use. Vital Proteins Chocolate Collagen Powder is 27 grams for 2 scoops. The Optimum Chocolate Protein Powder from Costco is 32 grams for 1 scoop. Clean Simple Eats is 34 grams for 1 scoop. 
    • If you want extra protein, add ½ scoop more of protein.
    • Coconut Whipped Cream -- if you want your protein shake to look like you just bought it from the local smoothie shop, add some whipped cream to the top. You can use traditional dairy whipped cream or coconut whipped cream (I buy the spray coconut whipped cream from Trader Joe's)
    • Cacao Nibs -- cacao nibs are a superfood and adds a pop of unsweetened, rich chocolate flavor and is full of phytonutrients and other potent antioxidants. They are all-natural and contain no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Raw cacao nibs are high in magnesium, iron, selenium, and zinc.
    • Maca Powder -- maca is a plant-based superfood that is known for its energy and vitality benefits. It has a nutty, malted flavor and pairs well with chocolate and almond butter. It has been around for centuries and Inca warriors used it for endurance. It is known to combat stress and fatigue.
    • Lucuma Powder -- lucuma is known to add an all-natural maple sweet flavor yet is low on the glycemic index. Resembling a cross between a mango and a pear, the lucuma fruit's golden flesh is bursting with nutrients. Lucuma is packed with antioxidants and boosts your healthy immune system while giving you your daily dose of sweetness.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 16gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 126mgPotassium: 689mgFiber: 5gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 384IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 363mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword chocolate almond butter smoothie, chocolate protein shake, chocolate smoothie
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    These nutritional facts are only used as a guide. The carbohydrates aren't completely accurate as there are no options for unsweetened almond milk and all-natural almond butter with no sugar added. The carbohydrates would read lower if you used unsweetened almond milk and all-natural, no-sugar added almond butter.

     

    This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is the richest, creamiest healthy chocolate protein shake made with almond butter. This tastes like a chocolate milkshake and you will forget you are drinking a chocolate protein shake!

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    1. Donna

      August 22, 2022 at 11:05 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness, This dose look like a Milkshake from a very expensive Place like somewhere in Las Vegas. I have had one there before....
      What a great idea to get your kids eat something great for them. I love this idea. Thank you Melissa for another winner and a great shake too..

      Reply
    2. Shauna Burr

      September 24, 2022 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      This is absolutely the best protein shake I have ever had! I am obsessed! I use half almond milk or oat milk, and half cold water. l love dates! I usually eat an extra date when making for myself. So satisfying, I really feel like I'm cheating, but filling enough to last for breakfast and lunch! Thanks Melissa!

      Reply

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