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A Thoughtful Place is a California based lifestyle blog about design, fashion, gatherings and the occasional from the heart post.

Easy Chocolate Protein Smoothie

February 1, 2023 by Courtney 2 Comments

Every time I share my chocolate protein smoothie I get asked, “But does it taste good?” Yes! Definitely, yes. But I will be the first to admit that most clean protein powders taste pretty bad. With this combination of ingredients, I feel like I have cracked the code and this smoothie drink literally tastes like dessert. In fact, if you made it a little bit thicker it would taste just like a chocolate peanut butter milkshake. Here is the simple recipe in case you want to get an extra grams of protein here and there.

EASY CHOCOLATE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE

chocolate protein smoothie

THE INGREDIENTS

chocolate protein smoothie ingredients

The chocolate protein powder I buy is by Be Well By Kelly. They have a grass fed protein powder and a vegan option. I also really like this organic plant based one and it comes in so many flavors. I trust the ingredients and with both of these brands, so they, but there are so many options out there so go with what is best for you. And while the half of a banana is optional, it really is so good in this recipe.

*Favorite measuring spoons.

chocolate smoothie recipe
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Easy Chocolate Protein Smoothie

Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ice
  • 1 cup nut milk of your choice any milk works, I use almond milk
  • 1 tbsp cacao powder
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
  • 1 tbsp organic peanut butter peanuts should be the only ingredient
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 ripe banana *optional but really yummy

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth. Delicious.

  2. If you want it to be thicker, reduce the amount of milk.

chocolate smoothie recipe

Every time I make it tastes like a scrumptious decadent dessert and yet it’s full of clean ingredients with over 24 grams of protein and no added sugar. It satisfies my sweet craving for sure. Let me know if you try it. And like with anything, you can certainly add in other ingredients (chia seeds, etc.) to make it your own.

*We love these glass straws.

Craving more healthy snacks, I have two in this post along with tips for the tournament weekends so many parents find themselves at. Make it a great day.

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Monday Morning Wrap Up

January 30, 2023 by Courtney Leave a Comment

franklin theater

Good morning. I hope your weekend was a great one. We didn’t have any sports commitments which seems to magically free up our time. Can anyone else relate? We spent time with dear friends and also snuck in a quick date night. I am working on a kitchen organization post and hope to have that Continue Reading …

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Saturday Shopping

January 28, 2023 by Courtney Leave a Comment

heart sweater

Good morning! It’s nice to be back to Saturday Shopping. We were up awfully early this morning for a weekend but appreciate not having too much on the agenda. Savoring a hot cup of coffee and staying in a robe for a bit feels really good. I’ve rounded up some fun pieces today so let’s Continue Reading …

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Classic & Affordable Finds

January 25, 2023 by Courtney 1 Comment

classic style

Does anyone else feel like January is flying by? I can’t believe we will soon be breaking out the pink and red for Valentine’s Day. My mom passed down a love for all holidays so I will be sharing a few inexpensive and fun ideas soon. Speaking of my sweet mom, I stopped into Target Continue Reading …

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