Chocolate Coconut Shake
A dairy-free chocolate shake with plant protein, cocoa, and coconut milk, close in flavor to a chocolate-coconut candy bar.
- 5 mintime
- 1serving
- 340calories
- 25 gprotein
Coconut and chocolate are a well-worn pair. This version uses a light canned coconut milk for body, plus a little unsweetened shredded coconut for texture. The result is rich without any dairy.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop chocolate plant protein powder (pea/rice blend, about 32 g)
- ¾ cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage
- ¼ cup light canned coconut milk
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 ice cubes
Method
- Shake the can of coconut milk well before opening, then measure it into the blender.
- Add the coconut beverage, protein powder, cocoa, frozen banana, and ice.
- Blend until smooth, about 45 seconds.
- Pour into a glass and top with a pinch of shredded coconut.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 340 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbohydrates | 37 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 16 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label.
Tips
- Canned coconut milk separates in the can. Stir or shake it before measuring.
- Toast the topping coconut in a dry pan for two minutes for extra flavor.
Swaps and variations
- Add a drop or two of coconut extract if the coconut flavor is too mild.
- Use whey chocolate protein instead of plant protein if you eat dairy.
