This chocolate strawberry protein smoothie is creamy, fruity, and just chocolatey enough to feel like a milkshake-style treat. Strawberries bring bright berry flavor, banana adds natural sweetness, Greek yogurt makes it extra smooth, and chocolate protein powder helps make every glass more filling. It is a simple high protein smoothie you can blend for breakfast, after a workout, or whenever you want a satisfying snack with classic chocolate-covered strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 small banana, fresh or frozen
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk of choice, plus more as needed
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional for a thicker smoothie
How To Make It
Add the milk to the blender first. This helps the blades move easily and keeps the thicker ingredients from sticking at the bottom.
Add the Greek yogurt, frozen strawberries, banana, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, and vanilla if using. Blend on high until the smoothie is creamy and no fruit pieces remain.
Check the texture. For a thinner smoothie, add another splash or two of milk and blend again. For a thicker, spoonable smoothie, add the ice or a few extra frozen strawberries and blend until smooth.
Taste before serving. If your strawberries are very tart or your protein powder is not very sweet, blend in the honey or maple syrup. Pour into a tall glass and enjoy right away while it is cold and creamy.
Tips
Use frozen strawberries for the thickest texture and the best chilled finish. If using fresh strawberries, add the optional ice so the smoothie does not turn out too thin.
A ripe banana makes a big difference. The more spotted the banana, the sweeter and creamier your smoothie will be.
Choose a chocolate protein powder you already enjoy, since its flavor stands out in this simple recipe. Whey, plant-based, or collagen-style protein can work, but each one may change the texture slightly.
For a more dessert-like smoothie, add a few mini chocolate chips on top or blend in a spoonful of peanut butter. For a fruitier version, add an extra 1/2 cup strawberries and reduce the cocoa slightly.
Blend it up and enjoy every chocolate-berry sip!