German Chocolate Cake Protein Shake
Chocolate protein, shredded coconut, and pecans bring the flavors of German chocolate cake to a shake.
- 7 mintime
- 1serving
- 405calories
- 34 gprotein
German chocolate cake is known for its coconut-pecan frosting. This shake reproduces that with shredded coconut and pecans, plus chocolate protein and a little cocoa. A date adds the caramel flavor of the frosting.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop chocolate whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 Medjool date, pitted
- 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tbsp chopped pecans
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 ice cubes
Method
- Blend the milk and date for 30 seconds, until the date is fully broken down.
- Add the protein powder, cocoa, vanilla, and ice and blend until smooth.
- Add half the coconut and half the pecans and pulse twice.
- Top with the rest of the coconut and pecans.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 405 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbohydrates | 38 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 31 g |
| Fat | 15 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. Contains: milk, tree nuts.
Tips
- Toast the coconut and pecans together in a dry pan until fragrant. It tastes much more like the frosting.
- Blend the date first. Whole pieces will not break down once the protein goes in.
Swaps and variations
- Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt for a tangier, frosting-like finish.
- Use walnuts if you do not have pecans.
