Chocolate Almond Protein Smoothie

Tastes like a milkshake, powered by real cacao and almond butter — no protein powder required.

Total 5 min
Prep 5 min
Cook None
Serves 1
Level Easy
Type Smoothie
Quick & EasyNo-CookVegetarianGluten-FreeHigh Protein
Real cacao brings polyphenols and magnesium, while Greek yogurt and almond butter push the protein past 20g.
Raw Cacao →Magnesium →

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine the almond milk, yogurt, and almond butter in the blender.
  2. Add the frozen banana, cacao, and cinnamon.
  3. Blend on high until thick and creamy, about 45 seconds.
  4. Pour into a glass and enjoy as a post-workout or afternoon pick-me-up.

Tips

  • Raw cacao has more flavanols than regular cocoa powder. Dutch-processed cocoa works too but has fewer.
  • For extra thickness, add a handful of ice before blending.

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