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 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.
Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- ½ cup Cottage Cheese (such as Friendship Dairies)
- ¼ cup protein powder (chocolate)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 scoops ice (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth and creamy. Pour in a large glass to serve.
Recipe Video
Nutrition
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Finally got around to making this and I’m glad I did. Used chocolate protein powder. So much rich and chocolaty goodness. Wow! The whole family loved this! Thanks for the recipe.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!
Tried it. Delicious!!
So glad you enjoyed!
Delicious and decadent, perfect for a morning post workout meal!
Thank you so much Briana!
These are really good smoothies which I know won’t kill my diet. Thanks for sharing
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!!
Oh I’m so glad you liked it Katie!!!
My tummy says thank you and I LOVE Cottage cheese too!
I do too girl!! Thank you!
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.
Umm no it sounds like heaven!
I LOVE chocolate and banana.
Me too!!!! :) Nothing better!
Friend, you are so creative! I always forget about cottage cheese and now you have me craving it! Great recipe!
Aww thank you friend!! I miss you so much!!! And your tots.
This is so incredibly healthy and good!
Thank you so much Naomi!! So easy too!
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!
I heart cottage cheese and tomatoes!!! I want that right now as a snack!!
Love using cottage cheese in smoothies! It is such a versatile ingredient!
I don’t know why I don’t do it more often – so good and creamy!
This is a great way to get some added protein. I haven’t had cottage cheese in years!
I hadn’t either and now I can’t stop!
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!!
I seriously am too!! Why don’t we use it more often!??