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A glass mug filled with protein hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and cinnamon. The mug is on a small saucer and behind it is a jar of milk.
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Protein Hot Chocolate

This protein hot chocolate makes a rich and creamy healthy hot chocolate recipe ready in 5 minutes. It's packed with 17 grams of protein, lightly sweetened, and absolutely delicious and will be your new go-to way to make hot chocolate! Gluten-free and easily made dairy-free.
Course Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword healthy hot chocolate, hot chocolate using protein powder, Protein Hot Chocolate, protein powder hot chocolate
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 257kcal
Author Kelly Nardo

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups milk of choice
  • 2 tablespoons raw cashews (16 grams)
  • 1 small-medium medjool date (15 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1-2 scoops chocolate protein powder (I used chocolate collagen)
  • pinch of sea salt
  • optional toppings: whipped cream, marshmallows, cinnamon...

Instructions

  • Add milk, cashews, date, cocoa, and cinnamon in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to combine and let it come to a boil, about 5 minutes.
  • Blend. Add mixture to a Vitamix or high-powered blender, along with protein powder and salt, and blend until smooth.
  • Enjoy! Pour into your favorite mug, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

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Notes

Nutrition breakdown using 1 scoop of Primal Kitchen chocolate collagen. Nutrition will vary based on the protein powder used.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 24.3g | Protein: 16.8g | Fat: 13.5g | Saturated Fat: 4.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6.1g | Sodium: 482mg | Potassium: 608mg | Fiber: 4.8g | Sugar: 11.4g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 730mg | Iron: 4mg