Easy Chocolate Protein Smoothie (without powder)

October 28, 2025 - By Jen Casey

Start your day off right with this easy Chocolate Protein Smoothie made without protein powder. Wholesome yogurt, cacao, almond butter, banana and oat milk balance out this quick breakfast for happy hormones.

Why you will love this chocolate protein smoothie

Easily blends with a handful of ingredients in just minutes
Uses yogurt and nut butter as protein sources, in place of protein powder which can contain unwanted additives and sugar
Is balanced with protein, fibre, and healthy fats to support hormones
Is naturally sweetened with banana instead of sugar

Key ingredients you will need

Yogurt | Always choose plain yogurt that contains some fat, has no added sugar, and has a good amount of protein per serving. Look for yogurt that has a minimum of 17 grams of protein per serving or more

Banana | To avoid spiking blood sugar, I only use 1/2 a banana in this recipe, which provides potassium, fibre, and natural sweetness

Cacao | Pure cacao powder adds a rich chocolate flavour, without the refined sugar. Make sure you choose pure cacao and not hot chocolate powder

Almond butter | Creamy, one ingredient almond butter is all you need for this recipe for added protein, healthy fats, and blood sugar regulation. Other nut or seed butters, like peanut butter, sunflower seed butter, or tahini also work well

Milk | I used unsweetened oat milk in this recipe. For a protein boost, you can use whole dairy milk

Cinnamon | Adds a warming spice that compliments the other ingredients, and helps to regulate blood sugar levels

Ingredients in a chocolate protein smoothie

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