Mango and Chocolate Protein Smoothie Recipe
This healthy mango chocolate protein smoothie is creamy, energizing, and perfect for breakfast, weight loss, or post-workout recovery. It’s a high protein chocolate mango shake that tastes like a dessert but fuels you with clean ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe banana fresh or frozen
- ½ to 1 cup chopped mango fresh or frozen
- 1 to 1½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ to 1 scoop chocolate protein powder optional
- ¾ cup milk of choice almond, oat, or dairy
- 2 to 4 tbsp Greek yogurt
- ½ tbsp chia seeds or flaxseed optional
- Ice cubes if fruits are not frozen
- Splash of vanilla extract or cinnamon optional
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Freeze banana and mango chunks in advance if you prefer a thicker, colder smoothie.
Add Fruits:
- Add chopped banana and mango to your blender.
Add Chocolate Base:
- Add cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder (or both).
Add Yogurt and Milk:
- Mix in 2–4 tbsp of Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup of milk.
- Add chia/flaxseed if using.
Blend Until Smooth:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency with milk or ice if needed.
Serve:
- Pour into a glass or bowl.
- Top with cacao nibs, banana/mango slices, or chocolate chips if you want.
Notes
- Freeze banana and mango chunks before blending for a thicker, colder smoothie that doesn't need ice.
- For weight loss: use unsweetened almond milk, skip added sweetener, boost with chia seeds for fiber and fullness.
- For maximum protein (25–35g): use a full scoop of chocolate protein powder + ½ cup Greek yogurt + 1 tbsp nut butter.
- For dessert vibes: use vanilla yogurt, whole milk, and drizzle sugar-free chocolate on top with a sprinkle of cacao nibs.
- Ripe (or overripe) banana gives the best natural sweetness — no added sugar needed.