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Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster Recipe

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster

Last week, I was taking a beach walk with my father in law and Bubs and he said when we got back, “Gee, I would really love a hot chocolate!” So I made him one with the hemp milk and some of the ingredients in this recipe.

At his home he sure does drink a lot of dairy, so I wanted to give his belly a little break :). And then I was thinking of how many of us are probably craving hot chocolate right now in the cold weather-  and this recipe was born! Check out my brand new Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster Recipe.

I added some black pepper to this recipe- which has traditionally been added into hot cacao preparations for centuries, as I learned on a local trip to Nicaragua. It makes for a super interesting, pepper flavor combo!

With naturally rich antioxidant compounds found in the cacao (which will boost your immunity and your energy), to the extra boosting power from the vegan protein powder, not only will you be satisfying your hot chocolate craving, but the protein powder will give you long sustaining energy and keep you full for hours.

If you need a routine that will compliment your Beauty Detox Foods journey, click here!

Cacao Beauty Tip

Because I love chocolate so much, I frequently have to remind myself that it should be used as an occasional treat. Why? This is because cacao contains caffeine and has theobromine, even when labeled as “raw” (so avoid making this a staple in your everyday diet).

Can we use cocoa powder (since it’s cheaper), rather than cacao powder? While both powders start from the same place—the Theobroma cacao tree—how it’s processed is what makes the difference. I suggest staying away from cocoa, since it is processed and often contains added sugar or other sweeteners.

Cacao is the raw form of the cacao bean, which is less processed—having more powerful antioxidant effects and health benefits. For instance, 100 grams of raw cacao powder has an ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) of 95,500, then dropping to 62,100 for cacao nibs, and 26,000 for cocoa powder. Pretty cool, huh?!

You may choose to purchase cacao at any health food store, or find some great online sites where you can buy it raw, organic and in bulk (which is my preference).

Vegan Protein Powder Beauty Tip

A nice protein shake in the afternoon is a great way to get easily digestible protein, which helps to keep you full and nourished in the afternoon.

Smoothies are a real life saver, as the blending makes them “pre-digested”, so you’re able to get in all that nutrition and not worry that you’re not chewing enough (we don’t all have time to sit down for an extra half hour+ and chew each and every day!!).

I personally love using Garden of Life Organic Vegan Protein Powder with Vitamins and Probiotics (in the vanilla flavor). It’s my favorite as its non-chalky, and it’s all non-GMO.

This raw protein is loaded with 17 grams of muscle-building, organic plant protein per serving, which is easy to digest and assimilate.

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster

Prepare ingredients.

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster

Add you unsweetened hemp milk and chia gel.

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster

Next, add vegan protein powder, raw cacao powder, freshly ground black pepper, and vanilla extract.

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster

Add the banana and stevia or coconut nectar, to taste. Starting the blender on a low speed, blend until smooth. If needed gradually increase to higher speeds and blend until smooth.

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster

Enjoy!

 

With this smoothie recipe, it will be real easy to increase your protein consumption by using this amazing protein powder. It’s the same powder I use in my Green Power Protein Recipe—adding smoothness and creaminess to any smoothie drink—and is the perfect addition to our Beauty Detox Foods lifestyle!

Get ready to start blending….

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster

Hot Chocolate Protein Smoothie Booster Recipe

Kimberly Snyder
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Servings 1 large serving or 2 small servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened hemp milk
  • 1 rounded scoop of vegan protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 banana
  • 1 tbs. chia gel chia seeds soaked in water in a 1:9 ratio
  • Freshly ground black pepper for an extra kick!
  • Stevia or coconut nectar to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to the blender. Starting the blender on a low speed, blend until smooth. If needed gradually increase to higher speeds and blend until smooth.
  • Enjoy!
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was on Instagram!

 

Happy blending my Beauties and don’t forget to add this to your Pinterest Smoothie board so you can find it when you need that extra boost!

All my love,
Kimberly

Picture of Kimberly holding a smoothie.

Smoothie-ing it up in Nicaragua last summer, which is where part of where the inspiration (with the black pepper) for this recipe came from! xo

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4 Comments

  1. Caroline
    Caroline on February 6, 2017 at 1:12 am

    Perfect drink! Banana smoothie!

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  2. Kathy
    Kathy on February 18, 2017 at 10:25 am

    I wonder if this can be prepared hot? I’m guessing no, because of the bananas? Tasty when it’s cold, might be nice warm, too.

    Reply
  3. Nicola
    Nicola on February 19, 2017 at 4:43 pm

    What is the purpose of the protein powder in this smoothie? Can I leave it out??

    Reply
    • Kimberly Snyder
      Kimberly Snyder on February 20, 2017 at 5:14 am

      Hi Nicola and thanks for your great question. If you are concerned about getting adequate protein for athletic performance from a plant-based diet, then adding protein powder to your afternoon smoothie is always a good idea. Also, in the plant world, vegetables, grains, nuts, legumes, and seeds all contain significant levels of high quality, clean burning proteins. These are all great choices especially if you are Vegan and staying away from animal protein. Lots of love! 😉

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