This chocolate cherry smoothie with protein powder is basically dessert disguised as post-workout fuel, saving your muscles and your mood.
Juicy cherries blend with rich cocoa, while vegan protein powder swoops in like your gym buddy who actually remembers leg day.
It’s sweet enough to tame cravings, yet powerful enough to make you feel like you’re fueling a fitness goddess alter ego.
Sip it for breakfast, post-yoga, or when life requires chocolate therapy in a blender—minus the guilt and questionable calories.
Chocolate Cherry Smoothie with Protein Powder Recipe
A creamy, protein-packed vegan smoothie mixing cherries, cocoa, and protein powder for a chocolatey, energizing, and satisfying drink.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk unsweetened
- 1½ cups frozen cherries
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup optional for sweetness
- 1 scoop vegan protein powder vanilla or chocolate flavor
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour 2 cups almond milk into blender.
- Add 1½ cups frozen cherries.
- Peel and add 1 ripe banana.
- Mix in 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
- Scoop in 1 serving vegan protein powder.
- Add 2 tablespoons maple syrup if desired.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Drop in 1 cup ice cubes.
- Blend until thick and creamy.
- Pour into chilled glasses and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 18g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 15%
- Calcium: 13%
- Potassium: 22%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Magnesium: 14%
Notes & Tips
- Choose chocolate protein powder for an extra cocoa kick.
- Swap almond milk for oat milk for creamier texture.
- Add espresso shot for mocha vibes.
- Use frozen banana for thicker consistency.
- Garnish with cacao nibs for crunch.
