Now that we are moving into November, its finally starting to cool off here in Arizona. Cool early morning runs and workouts will feel like a breeze. Since I normally try to drink my protein first thing in the morning, a cold drink is the last thing I want in chilly weather. After resisting the urge to hit up Starbucks for a nice, warm hot chocolate, I decided to come up with a healthy protein version.
It took my quite a few trial and errors to make the perfect mixture. Every time I did a taste test I realized something was off then I remembered! Vanilla! All hot chocolate needs a hint of vanilla so instead of using chocolate protein I used the new Everlast Vegan Protein Powder. If you haven’t tried it yet, you have to! Since its a plant based protein its much easier for your body to digest than whey protein and offers the same amount of protein at a whooping 22 grams a serving. You don’t have to worry about a terrible plant taste either since Everlast only uses the highest grade blend of yellow pea, rice and hemp proteins. Also, if you’re interested in trying some, use my code SOIWILLRUN to get 5% off and receive a FREE box of FUEL with your purchase of Everlast Vegan Protein.
Now back to the tasty details! This recipe calls for ingredients that are most likely in your pantry but if not you can find them at most grocery stores. Follow the recipe below for 1 serving and let me know what you think!
- ⅛ cup dark chocolate, chopped (can be vegan or diary)
- 6 ounces almond milk
- ¼ cup rolled oats
- 6 almonds
- 1tsp chia seeds
- 1 ounce cold water
- 1 scoop Everlast Vegan Protein Powder
- Combine the dark chocolate and almond milk in a bowl and microwave until the chocolate has melted. I usually microwave 30 seconds at a time.
- Add the oats, yogurt, almonds, chia seeds, protein powder, the water and ¼ of the almond milk mixture to your blender.
- Blend on high for one minute until the oats and chia seeds have been completely mixed in well then add the remaining almond milk.
- Pulse blend lightly to mix all ingredients together thoroughly.
- Pour and serve.
That sounds awesome. I definitely need more protein in my diet and this is a great way to get it in there.
Yum! This looks great! I love putting chia seeds in everything lately!
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Hot chocolate with protein!? I would never have thought of that it sounds yummy
I don’t normally drink protein shakes, I just make fruit and veggie smoothies. But this sounds really awesome! Especially since it has dark chocolate, yum!
Sounds amazing. I need more protein i am suffered from sickness last few weeks
What a delicious sounding recipe! I just love smoothies 🙂
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I love smoothies and this looks absolutely delicious. I want to try this.
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I have been going off meat somewhat so this is a great alternative!
Claudette Esterine recently posted…Relationship, It Is What Matters Most
I love hot chocolate but nothing about this sounds appealing to me at all. But for those who are brave enough to try it I hope its awesome
michelle recently posted…Favorite November Events
I am lacking in protein so this hot choccy sounds like what the doctor ordered!
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Looks so good.
This sounds delicious. A protein hot chocolate would be perfect for breakfast.
Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy recently posted…Halloween After Party Ideas
I love this recipe. Think this is something I would have.
Karla | karlaroundtheworld recently posted…Must see in Siem Reap, Cambodia
I LOVED drinking hot chocolate especially that it is getting chilly here in NY. I also LOVED smoothie. I will try this recipe sometime.
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Yum. This sounds delicious. Perfect for first thing in the morning before a workout.
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Oooo this smoothie sounds pretty tasty!! I will have to give it a try. Yum!