Chocolate brings the indulgence, cherries bring the drama, and protein powder struts in like the gym buddy who never skips leg day.
This Chocolate Cherry Protein Smoothie tastes like dessert but secretly fuels you with muscle-loving goodness and keeps hunger at a safe distance.
It’s vegan, creamy, and energizing enough to power errands, yoga flows, and those late-night kitchen raids disguised as “just water.”
Forget boring protein shakes—this recipe swirls cherries, cocoa, plant milk, and protein powder into a frosty glass of nourishment.
Grab your blender, flex those arms, and sip like the unstoppable queen you already know you are.
Chocolate Cherry Protein Smoothie Recipe
A creamy vegan protein smoothie made with cherries, cocoa, and plant milk for a nutritious, indulgent boost.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk unsweetened
- 1 ½ cups frozen cherries
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 frozen banana
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 scoops vegan chocolate protein powder
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour 2 cups almond milk into blender.
- Add 1 ½ cups frozen cherries.
- Drop in 1 frozen banana.
- Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
- Sweeten with 2 tablespoons maple syrup.
- Splash in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Add 2 scoops vegan chocolate protein powder.
- Toss in ½ cup ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into glasses and garnish with cherries or cocoa dust.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 315
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 24%
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Magnesium: 16%
- Potassium: 20%
Notes & Tips
- Use frozen cauliflower for extra creaminess without banana.
- Add chia or flax seeds for more fiber.
- Swap almond milk with soy milk to boost protein content.
- Blend with espresso for a mocha-protein kick.
- Freeze in popsicle molds for a post-workout cool treat.
