Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake tastes rich and dessert-like but is built around simple high-protein ingredients. Chocolate protein powder, milk, banana, peanut butter, and cocoa create a thick shake that works for breakfast, after a workout, or when you want a more filling snack.

The banana gives the shake natural sweetness and body, while peanut butter adds a creamy texture and a classic chocolate-peanut flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Protein Shake

• Quick: ready in about five minutes.
• High in protein: protein powder, milk, and peanut butter help make it filling.
• No complicated ingredients: everything is easy to keep on hand.
• Easy to customize: adjust the thickness, sweetness, or peanut flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 medium banana, preferably frozen
• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup ice, optional
• Pinch of salt

How to Make a Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake

1. Add the milk to the blender.
2. Add banana, protein powder, peanut butter, cocoa, vanilla, ice, and salt.
3. Blend for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth and creamy.
4. Add a splash of milk if it is too thick, or more ice if you want it thicker.
5. Serve immediately.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake

Thick chocolate peanut butter protein shake with banana, milk, cocoa, and chocolate protein powder.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 1 shake

Course: Drinks

Calories: 390

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 medium banana preferably frozen
• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup ice optional
• salt pinch

Method

 

1. Add the milk to the blender first.
2. Add banana, protein powder, peanut butter, cocoa, vanilla, ice, and salt.
3. Blend for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth and creamy.
4. Adjust the thickness with milk or ice, then serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition is an estimate and varies by brand.

Make It Your Way

• Use powdered peanut butter for a lighter option.
• Add espresso or cold brew for a mocha-style shake.
• Add a handful of spinach for extra greens without changing the chocolate flavor much.
• Use frozen banana for the thickest texture.

Protein and Nutrition

With dairy milk and a typical scoop of protein powder, one shake can provide roughly 30 to 40 grams of protein. Exact nutrition depends on the brands and milk you choose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make it without banana?

Yes. Use Greek yogurt plus extra ice for body, then sweeten to taste.

Can I use almond milk?

Yes, but the total protein will usually be lower than with dairy or high-protein milk.

Can I make it ahead?

It is best freshly blended, but you can portion the dry ingredients and freeze the banana ahead of time.

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