Super thick and creamy, this is just the thing to warm up your winter days.
Rich and indulgent, this delicious drink is literally brimming with chocolatey flavor and plenty of protein.
The trick to keeping it the perfect consistency is to shake up the protein and milk first, then heat gently and gradually, all the while whisking. If you like it thick, add a little more corn flour to the mix.
Ideal for a mid-morning break or after-dinner treat, you’ll be coming back to this one whenever you need warming up. Trust us.
- What Type of Protein Powder is Best for Hot Chocolate?
- What to Do to Avoid Powder Clumps in My Hot Chocolate?
- How Do I Prevent My Hot Chocolate From Being Too Thick?
- Can My Hot Chocolate Be Vegan?
- What’s Better to Use, Water or Milk?
- Does Hot Chocolate Contain Any Caffeine?
- Equipment Needed
- Protein Hot Chocolate Recipe
- Other Protein Drink Recipes to Try
What Type of Protein Powder is Best for Hot Chocolate?
Chocolate Impact Whey Protein is a personal favorite when it comes to making this velvety hot drink.
What to Do to Avoid Powder Clumps in My Hot Chocolate?
I think it’s safe to say that a fair few people don’t like clumps in their hot drinks.
I’m not judging if you do… but to avoid getting clumps in your hot chocolate, simply blend and pulse all your ingredients together and when you’re heating your blended mixture, make sure to whisk continuously.
How Do I Prevent My Hot Chocolate from Being Too Thick?
As delicious as it tastes, whey protein can be quite thick when it comes to making a hot chocolate. If you make sure that you constantly whisk even when pouring into a cup ready to serve, your mixture should have a good consistency.
Can My Hot Chocolate Be Vegan?
Everyone should be able to try this tasty treat. To make it animal product-free, use plant-based milk and protein powder.
What’s Better to Use, Water or Milk?
It all comes down to personal preference — milk gives you a thick and creamy texture whereas water gives you a thinner consistency. Personally, I choose milk every time.
Does Hot Chocolate Contain Any Caffeine?
Chocolate does contain a small amount of caffeine but nowhere near as much as coffee or energy drinks. So unfortunately, a cup of hot chocolate won’t give you the pre-workout boost you might want, unless you’re highly sensitive to caffeine.
Equipment Needed
- Shaker
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Grater
- Mug
Protein Hot Chocolate Recipe
Protein Hot Chocolate Recipe
- Servings
- 1
- Prep Time
- 2 minutes
- Cook Time
- 5 minutes
- Passive Time
- 0 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Impact Whey Protein (Chocolate)
- 8 1/2 oz milk
- 1 tbsp. cocoa powder
- ½ tsp. corn flour
- ½ orange zested
- 1 pinch salt
- To serve: light whipped cream
Instructions
First, add the whey protein and milk to a shaker and shake until smooth and lump-free.
Transfer your protein shake to a saucepan, then add cocoa powder and corn flour and whisk to combine. Then add the orange zest and a pinch of salt, and whisk again.
Start heating the pan very gently on a low-medium heat and constantly whisk the hot chocolate while cooking. Be careful not to overheat, as the mixture can burn very easily and become lumpy. Heat for around 3-4 minutes, until thickened.
Serve immediately and top with light whipped cream.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | 193 |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 6g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10g |
| Protein | 23g |
Other Protein Drink Recipes to Try:
If you couldn’t get enough of the hot chocolate, I’m pleased to say there are plenty more drinks for you to try out.
Protein Shakes for Weight Loss
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Protein Shakes For Weight Loss
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High-Protein Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
This shake packs a protein punch at 37g with a silky smooth consistency for a delicious treat.
High-Protein Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Peanut butter and bananas? Yes please.
Immunity-Boosting Smoothie
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