Easy Protein Hot Chocolate Recipe
This protein hot chocolate is the perfect way to treat your sweet tooth AND hit your protein goals at the same time. Whether you’re looking for a post-workout recovery drink, a healthier dessert, or a comforting mug to warm you up during these long winter months, this recipe delivers all the chocolatey goodness you crave.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder use code MARY for a discount!
- 1 tbsp cacao powder
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- pinch sea salt
- whipped cream and chocolate shavings for topping optional - use dairy free Cocowhip if preferred!
Instructions
- Heat the milk over medium heat in a pot on the stove.
- When warmed, whisk in the chocolate protein powder, cacao powder, maple syrup and ¼ tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Continue stirring over medium low heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour into your favorite mug, top with whipped cream or marshmallows and chocolate shavings (if desired) and enjoy!
Notes
- Using a milk like Fairlife can help boost protein content!
- Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk to make this protein hot chocolate dairy-free.
- You can use vanilla protein powder if you don’t have chocolate. You can also use whey protein powder or vegan protein powder if that’s what you prefer!
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 218mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Calcium: 517mg | Iron: 1mg