Chocolate Coconut Banana Protein Shake

If you workout then you probably already know the importance of taking protein powder to help “refuel” after a strenuous workout. Taking just the same thing all the time though gets boring, so I’ve come up with some different ways to jazz up a regular old protein shake.

This is one that I really like, using the Double Bonded Chocolate Protein Powder. The frozen banana adds a wonderfully creamy texture and the xanthan and guar gums help thicken the shake almost to a pudding-like thickness. I like to eat it with a spoon sometimes. If you don’t have any of the gums on hand though taking them out won’t hurt too much. And oh, another thing: this isn’t a very icy shake without the ice. So if you like your protein shakes icy be sure to include the ice (go by taste, I like to use anywhere from 5 cubes to a large handful).

If you’re taking this for breakfast or as a post-workout drink I totally recommend adding the coconut oil as it’ll give you that extra energy boost. This protein shake may be a little extra fuss then the normal water/milk + powder but it’s worth it.

Let me know what you think if you try it!

Sarah:)

Chocolate Coconut Banana Protein Shake

Chocolate Coconut Banana Protein Shake

Prepared by Sarah Shilhavy, Photo by Jeremiah Shilhavy

Servings: 1
Preparation Time: 3 minutes

• 1-2 heaping scoops double bonded chocolate protein powder
• 1 teaspoon cocoa
• 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 1/4 teaspoon guar gum
• 1 frozen banana
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup coconut milk* or organic raw whole milk
• 5 ice cubes, optional (more or less as desired)
• 1-3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

Add all ingredients except coconut oil to blender and blend, pouring the coconut oil in slowly. Continue blending until smooth and enjoy.

* For the freshest coconut milk make homemade coconut milk. (See video at this link.)

Recipe courtesy Sarah Shilhavy

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