Creamy Protein Hot Chocolate
Enjoy this rich, creamy, and protein-packed hot chocolate without any refined sugars! Perfect for a cozy, comforting break, this recipe uses homemade oat milk, dates, cashews, cacao powder, dark chocolate, and chocolate-flavored protein powder to create a deliciously healthy drink. It's a great way to indulge while staying on track with your health goals.
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Ingredients
milk (homemade oat milk used here)500mL
pitted dates3clove
cashews10
cacao powder2tsp
dark chocolate30g
scoop chocolate-flavored protein powder1
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
179.0kcal (8.95%)
Protein
4.3g (8.7%)
Carbs
24.4g (8.89%)
Sugars
15.1g (30.1%)
Healthy Fat
2.7g
Unhealthy Fat
4.5g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Creamy Protein Hot Chocolate
Soak the cashews and dates
- Step 1
Start by soaking 10 cashews and 3–4 pitted dates in hot water for 10 to 20 minutes to soften them.
Blend the base
- Step 1
Drain the soaked cashews and dates, then blend them with 250 ml of plant-based milk and 2 teaspoons of cacao powder. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Heat the milk
- Step 1
In a saucepan, heat an additional 250 ml of milk over medium heat. Add the blended chocolate mixture to the saucepan.
Add chocolate and protein powder
- Step 1
Stir in 30 g of dark chocolate and 1 scoop of chocolate-flavored protein powder. Mix well until the protein powder is fully dissolved and the chocolate has completely melted.
Serve
- Step 1
Pour the hot chocolate into your favorite mug and serve it piping hot. It’s perfect for a cozy, comforting break.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
179.0kcal (8.95%)
Protein
4.3g (8.7%)
Carbs
24.4g (8.89%)
Sugars
15.1g (30.1%)
Healthy Fat
2.7g
Unhealthy Fat
4.5g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Depending on the type of protein powder you use and your personal taste, you might want to add a touch of sweetness. Opt for cane sugar instead of white sugar for a more natural option.
FAQS
Can I use a different type of milk?
Yes, you can use any plant-based milk or regular milk depending on your preference. Homemade oat milk was used in this recipe, but almond, soy, or coconut milk would also work well.
What if I don't have chocolate-flavored protein powder?
You can use unflavored or vanilla protein powder and add extra cacao powder or dark chocolate to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Can I make this recipe sweeter?
Yes, you can add a natural sweetener like cane sugar, maple syrup, or agave syrup to adjust the sweetness to your liking.
How can I make this recipe nut-free?
You can replace cashews with sunflower seeds or omit them entirely. Ensure your milk and protein powder are also nut-free.
Can I store leftovers?
This hot chocolate is best served fresh, but you can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours and reheat gently before serving.
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