A chocolate peanut butter protein smoothie with 30g of protein, tastes like a reese’s in a glass. ♡
This chocolate peanut butter protein smoothie is the 30g protein breakfast that tastes like dessert. Chocolate protein powder, natural peanut butter, banana, and cocoa blend into a thick milkshake that I drink after every workout. For more ideas, see our Strawberry Banana Smoothie.
High protein, high flavor, high satisfaction. The kind of smoothie that makes hitting your protein goals effortless. Let’s make it together.
Ingredients
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
- 1 large frozen banana
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk, whole, oat, or chocolate almond
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 ice cubes
How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
- **Liquid first.** Pour milk into the blender.
- **Protein.** Add protein powder, yogurt, cocoa, and vanilla. Blend 30 seconds to dissolve.
- **Base.** Add frozen banana and peanut butter. Blend 30 seconds.
- **Ice.** Add ice cubes. Blend 20 seconds until silky.
- **Check.** Add more milk if too thick.
- **Serve.** Pour into a tall glass. Drizzle peanut butter on top. Serve immediately.
Why This Recipe Works
Frozen banana is the base that gives this smoothie its thick milkshake texture without ice cream. Frozen banana adds natural creaminess and sweetness, which means you need less added sugar and no ice.
A full tablespoon of natural peanut butter plus two tablespoons of cocoa powder delivers the exact Reese’s cup flavor without any candy. Natural PB (just peanuts and salt) is essential, reduced fat or sugar added versions make this taste off.
A scoop of chocolate protein powder plus Greek yogurt stacks the protein to 30 grams per glass. This is what transforms a dessert smoothie into a real post workout meal that keeps you full for hours. For more ideas, see our Green Detox Smoothie.
Tips
- Use frozen banana for thick milkshake texture.
- Natural peanut butter only. Reduced fat or sugar added throws off the flavor.
- Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake before drinking.
- Use whole milk or oat milk for the richest result.
- If too thick, add milk 1 tbsp at a time.
- Dutch processed cocoa has the deepest chocolate flavor.
Variations
- Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a milkshake version.
- Stir in chocolate chips before pouring for texture.
- Add espresso powder for a mocha protein smoothie.
- Use chocolate almond milk for extra chocolate.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for dessert style.
Looking for more smoothie ideas? Try our Mango Pineapple Tropical Smoothie or Blueberry Acai Smoothie Bowl next.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Fresh banana: Always frozen for thick texture.
- Reduced fat peanut butter: Use natural PB. Reduced fat contains added sugars.
- Under blending: Blend 60 seconds for creamy smoothie.
- Skipping yogurt: Greek yogurt stacks protein and body. Skip at your peril.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
Method
- **Liquid first.** Pour milk into the blender.
- **Protein.** Add protein powder, yogurt, cocoa, and vanilla. Blend 30 seconds to dissolve.
- **Base.** Add frozen banana and peanut butter. Blend 30 seconds.
- **Ice.** Add ice cubes. Blend 20 seconds until silky.
- **Check.** Add more milk if too thick.
- **Serve.** Pour into a tall glass. Drizzle peanut butter on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
Sources: USDA FoodData Central for nutrition data and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health healthy drinks reference.
