Protein Hot Chocolate Recipe
This Protein Hot Chocolate recipe offers a delicious, warming beverage that combines rich chocolate flavor with a boost of protein. Perfect for a cozy treat or post-workout recovery, it can be made with your choice of milk and protein powder, and is customizable with sweeteners and toppings like marshmallows or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Liquid Base
- 1 cup milk (almond, oat, or cow’s milk)
Main Ingredients
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (pea protein or whey protein)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (Dutch cocoa for richer flavor)
- 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice (honey, granulated sugar, or maple syrup)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Toppings (Optional)
- Mini marshmallows
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Heat the milk: Pour 1 cup of your preferred milk into a small pot and warm it over medium-low heat on the stovetop. Be careful not to let it boil to avoid burning and bitterness.
- Add dry ingredients: Whisk in 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder, 1 tablespoon Dutch cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice, and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) until fully combined and smooth.
- Adjust consistency and sweetness: Taste your hot chocolate and add more milk if it feels too thick or more sweetener to suit your preference.
- Serve and top: Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and immediately top it with desired toppings such as whipped cream, mini marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.
- Microwave alternative: In a microwave-safe mug, combine all ingredients. Stir well to dissolve the protein powder completely. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds to prevent overflow. Allow to cool slightly before enjoying and add toppings as preferred.
Notes
- Avoid boiling the milk to prevent a bitter taste caused by scorching.
- Adjust sweetness depending on the brand and flavor of your protein powder.
- Use low heat and gentle stirring to ensure smooth consistency without lumps.
- The microwave method is a quick alternative but requires careful stirring to prevent spills.
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