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Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie

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LIZ DELLA CROCE

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Thick, creamy, and protein-packed, you are going to love this naturally sweetened Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie!

Holding a chocolate strawberry protein smoothie in one hand, and straws in the other.

Strawberry season is fleeting, lasting just several weeks, which is why we tend to go crazy buying, eating, and freezing as many as possible. I then use them year round for all sorts of delicious recipes, especially smoothies! Made with creamy yogurt, cocoa powder and a pinch of cinnamon, this Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie is one of my favorite ways to start the day any time of the year. Lucky for me, my freezer is filled with local Michigan strawberries to make sure that happens.

Protein smoothies are also a great way to start your day, or finish your work-out. If strawberry or chocolate isn’t your thing, try my Peach Protein Smoothie or Blueberry Vanilla Protein Smoothie.

Ingredients

  • Strawberries: You can use fresh or frozen strawberries, but they are naturally both sweet and tart for delicious flavor.
  • Banana: An easy go-to fruit for naturally sweetening smoothies without adding sugar.
  • Yogurt: Low-fat plain yogurt helps the smoothie to be nice and creamy without adding unnecessary sweetener. For added protein, use Greek yogurt.
  • Protein powder: I used vanilla protein powder, but use whatever you have that is your favorite! Whey based or plant based is fine.
  • Cocoa powder: Adds rich, deep chocolate flavor to the smoothie.
  • Flax seed meal: While flavorless, flax seed is a great source of fiber, antioxidants, and Omega 3s.
  • Vanilla: Balances out the flavors and sweeteners.
  • Cinnamon: Adds just a hint of warmth and diverse flavor.

Switch it up

  • Make it vegan. Use a plant based protein powder and swap the yogurt out for almond milk or a dairy-free yogurt substitute to make this smoothie vegan.
  • Swap the strawberries. This smoothie would work just as well with raspberries or blackberries.

How to Make Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie

Liz adding halved strawberries to a blender.

Step 1. Start by hulling your strawberries and adding them to your blender.

Adding banana halves to blender with strawberries.

Step 2. Next peel your banana and add it to the blender.

Liz adding yogurt to the blender for a smoothie.

Step 3. Then add your yogurt and vanilla.

Liz sprinkling cocoa powder into blender.

Step 4. Followed by the cocoa powder and cinnamon.

Adding protein powder to blender with fruit and yogurt.

Step 5. Add your favorite protein powder and finish with the flax seed meal.

Blending a chocolate strawberry protein smoothie.

Step 6. Add ice, then blend until smooth, adding more ice or water as needed to reach desired consistency.

Chocolate strawberry protein smoothie in mason jar glasses.

Pour evenly into glasses, serve, and enjoy your Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie!

Frequently Asked Questions

What fruit can you add to a chocolate protein shake?

What’s wonderful about chocolate is it goes with just about anything! All sorts of berries, mango, orange, or cherry taste great in a protein shake.

Can you mix two different protein powders?

With the flavors in this smoothie, you could use vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry flavored protein powders. Or a combination of whatever you have!

How do I freeze strawberries?

If you are also wondering how to freeze your fresh produce to use all year round, follow my easy guide to freezing berries and fruit of all kind!

Chocolare strawberry protein smoothies.

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The perfectly sweet way to start your day, give this Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie a try and let me know how you like it!

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Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie

4.76 stars average
Thick, creamy and protein-packed, you are going to love this naturally sweetened Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serves2
CourseDrinks
Calories250

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  1. Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth and creamy. Add more ice until you’ve reached desired level of thickness.
    1 cup hulled strawberries, 1 ripe banana, 1 cup plain low fat yogurt, 1/2 cup protein powder, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons flax seed meal, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ice to taste

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 22.2gFat: 5.7gSaturated Fat: 1.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.9gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 92mgFiber: 6.8gSugar: 17.6g

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Liz’s Notes

If you use frozen fruit, you won’t need to use as much ice to get to a good consistency.

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34 responses to “Chocolate Strawberry Protein Smoothie”

  1. Alexis Thompson Avatar
    Alexis Thompson

    Love this smoothie! I am a swimmer, who is all about great protein shakes and this is a great one! Full of good vitamins and lots of protein!

  2. Sana Avatar
    Sana

    Can u store it for the day after? I prepare my hubby shakes for work in advance…

  3. Sandie Avatar
    Sandie

    Thank you for making my fitness program so much more interesting! These smoothie recipes taste really good!

  4. Elena Avatar
    Elena

    Do you have to use protein powder

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You can skip it if you want to :)

  5. Joanne Avatar
    Joanne

    I am in ALL THE STRAWBERRIES ALL THE TIME MODE…love this to sneak them into breakfast or a post workout snack!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      hahah YOU AND ME BOTH!!

  6. marcie Avatar
    marcie

    Now that’s a lot of strawberries! It’s far too easy to eat them since they’re so sweet and delicious, so I’m sure you didn’t have a problem. I really need to start canning! And this smoothie sounds like such a creamy, satisfying breakfast or snack!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      My mom makes jam and I need to get some from her!!