This thick and creamy protein-packed chocolate banana smoothie is filled with nutrients to give you long-lasting energy all day long.
You know I drink smoothies all year round, but I get especially excited when the rest of the world joins me every January. And for good reason! Smoothies take just minutes to make, you can throw in whatever fruits or veggies you have on hand and they are ideal for sipping on-the-go.
In fact, if you haven’t picked up your free copy of my new 12 Most Popular Protein Smoothies eCookbook – I urge you to grab one today.
In keeping with this month’s smoothie madness, I’m sharing a brand new Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie recipe filled with over 35 grams of protein per serving! Can you guess my secret ingredient?
Thick and creamy Friendship Dairies 1% Lowfat Cottage Cheese! Who knew, right? Cottage cheese, the #originalsuperfood, is not only a good source of protein but it is extremely versatile. Check out this fun Superfood Generator and play around with your favorite toppings, mix-ins and other tasty ingredients.
I’d love you all to get creative in the kitchen and show me your most unique cottage cheese smoothies by leaving a photo on my Facebook page or tagging me on Instagram! In the meantime, grab your blender and a tall glass because you won’t believe how delicious and satisfying this Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie tastes.
Your straw is waiting.
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup Friendship Dairies 1% Cottage Cheese
- 1/4 cup protein powder chocolate
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 scoops ice more or less to taste
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Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth and creamy. Pour in a large glass to serve.
Disclosure: Friendship Dairies has compensated me for my time to develop this recipe. Thank you for supporting the brands that make The Lemon Bowl possible. All thoughts are my own.
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Briana
Delicious and decadent, perfect for a morning post workout meal!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you so much Briana!
Alex Grady
These are really good smoothies which I know won’t kill my diet. Thanks for sharing
Katie
I’ve been dying to try out my new Vitamix, and made this recipe before work today! AMAZING! I’m currently in my second trimester, and craving protein rich snacks and foods that are healthy. Thank you Liz!!
Liz DellaCroce
Oh I’m so glad you liked it Katie!!!
Beverley
My tummy says thank you and I LOVE Cottage cheese too!
Liz DellaCroce
I do too girl!! Thank you!
Monique @ Ambitious Kitchen
Cottage cheese is the best. I love it in smoothies! Also, on it’s own with pineapple or bananas and honey. Sounds weird, but such a great post workout snack.
Liz DellaCroce
Umm no it sounds like heaven!
Charlotte Moore
I LOVE chocolate and banana.
Liz DellaCroce
Me too!!!! :) Nothing better!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
Friend, you are so creative! I always forget about cottage cheese and now you have me craving it! Great recipe!
Liz DellaCroce
Aww thank you friend!! I miss you so much!!! And your tots.
naomi
This is so incredibly healthy and good!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you so much Naomi!! So easy too!
Nutmeg Nanny
I LOVE cottage cheese. Normally when I eat it I cover it tons of pepper and diced tomatoes. It’s my favorite snack and to be honest I’ll happily eat it for breakfast too..haha. I think ti’s a great idea to incorporate it into a smoothie. I want this tomorrow!
Liz DellaCroce
I heart cottage cheese and tomatoes!!! I want that right now as a snack!!
Rachel Cooks
Love using cottage cheese in smoothies! It is such a versatile ingredient!
Liz DellaCroce
I don’t know why I don’t do it more often – so good and creamy!
Carolyn
This is a great way to get some added protein. I haven’t had cottage cheese in years!
Liz DellaCroce
I hadn’t either and now I can’t stop!
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche
I had cottage cheese for the first time a couple of weeks ago and I am now OBSESSED – love it for breakfast with some fruit and a little sprinkle of muesli! Can’t wait to try it in a smoothie – genius!!
Liz DellaCroce
I seriously am too!! Why don’t we use it more often!??