Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake (Print version)
Creamy cocoa and cherry blend packed with protein for post-workout recovery or a quick nutritious breakfast.
# What goes in:
→ 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)
# Cooking steps:
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 speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, approximately 30 to 60 seconds.
03 - Add ice cubes if a thicker texture is desired and blend again until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour into a tall glass and serve right away for the best flavor and consistency.
# Tips from flavorandfeast:
01 -
- It tastes like a cherry chocolate sundae but packs enough protein to actually fuel your recovery.
- Frozen cherries do double duty here, adding both bold flavor and a creamy texture without needing yogurt or ice cream.
02 -
- Always put the liquid in before the frozen ingredients or you will end up with a blender full of stuck fruit and a motor that sounds genuinely angry.
- Taste the shake before adding any sweetener because some protein powders are already quite sweet and you can easily overdo it.
03 -
- Frozen cherries are the single most important ingredient for getting that thick, spoonable consistency without watering anything down.
- If your protein powder is unflavored, double the cocoa powder and add a pinch of salt to make the chocolate flavor taste richer and more complex.