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    Feb 15, 2022 · Modified: Mar 15, 2022 by Chelsea · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · Tags: dairy free, Egg Free, gluten free, grain free, nut free, paleo, primal

    Protein-Packed Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie

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    Who doesn't love the flavor combo of a chocolate strawberry smoothie? Part protein-packed snack and decadent treat, this smoothie is dairy free and gluten free.

    Using a dairy free beef-based protein, you can make this smoothie with just a couple extra ingredients!

    Tall glasses with chocolate strawberry protein smoothie garnished with fresh strawberries

    5 ingredients for a protein-packed strawberry smoothie

    You can probably figure out what's in this chocolate strawberry smoothie just based on the recipe title.

    That said, I do have a few ingredients notes to keep this recipe dairy free, gluten free, and paleo.

    • Strawberries (fresh or frozen)
    • Chocolate protein powder
    • Strawberry protein powder
    • Non-dairy milk (any works, but my favorite is cashewmilk or oatmilk!)
    • Ice (if using fresh strawberries)

    To keep this recipe dairy free, make sure you opt for non-dairy milk AND non-dairy protein powder. Non-dairy protein powder may be a little harder to find than whey-based versions, but they are out there, I swear!

    I've linked my favorite brand throughout the post.

    As a note, I LOVE using oatmilk for smoothies but it's not paleo. If you need a paleo option, my two top choices are cashewmilk or almondmilk!

    Woman pouring a strawberry smoothie into a tall glass
    Closeup of dairy free chocolate strawberry protein smoothie

    My all-time favorite protein powder

    Hands down, my favorite protein powder is Equip Prime Protein! That's what I've used for this recipe.

    I have many, many reasons that I love this protein powder, but the most important is that it's the best-tasting protein powder I've ever had — and it's made with beef!

    If you've never had it before, that might seem a little crazy — but damn is this protein powder good. The vanilla tastes like birthday cake, the chocolate tastes like — well, chocolate, and the strawberry tastes like strawberry milk.

    Ugh. Just too good, all of them!

    Beyond the flavor, though, I like that Equip Prime Protein is dairy free and junk free. Of course, that's a big deal when making a dairy free chocolate strawberry smoothie.

    Plus, 20g of protein per scoop doesn't lie — it delivers exactly what it's supposed to, which is high quality PROTEIN.

    Variations on this chocolate strawberry smoothie

    Smoothies are endlessly customizable! Here are a few suggestions if you're looking to change up this recipe:

    Can't find strawberry protein powder?

    If you don't want to buy Equip Strawberry Prime Protein that I used in this recipe (let's face it: you SHOULD buy it because it's incredible), just use all chocolate protein powder or a blend of chocolate and vanilla.

    The strawberries in the recipe should still provide for that chocolate-strawberry flavor combo we all know and love.

    Want a little more green in your smoothie?

    If you aren't super concerned with the visual aesthetic of your smoothie, toss in a handfull or two of spinach.

    Otherwise, add a cup of zucchini. Seriously, zucchini is a GREAT smoothie addition — it's relatively neutral-flavored and adds a boatload of creaminess to any smoothie.

    Also, great way to use up zucchini when you're drowning in it, which I usually am in late summer.

    Not enough of a chocolate punch?

    If your protein powder just isn't giving you the chocolate explosion you want, add ½ tablespoon of cocoa powder to the smoothie.

    I tested this recipe with Equip Chocolate Prime Protein, but not every chocolate protein has the same chocolate flavor. Whatever you use might garner different results.

    Smoothie in glasses with a bag of Equip Prime Protein in the background
    Tall glasses with a strawberry smoothie

    More recipes with Equip protein powder:

    • Paleo Blueberry Protein Muffin Recipe
    • Double Chocolate Protein Muffins
    • Chocolate Protein Pancakes
    • Strawberry Protein Waffles (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

    Did you try this recipe? I'd love to hear what you think! Comment below or tag me on Instagram.

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    Protein-Packed Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie

    • Author: Chelsea Joy
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 2 servings 1x
    • Category: Beverage
    • Method: Blended
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    With over 20 grams of protein per serving and a super short ingredient list, this chocolate strawberry smoothie makes a quick and easy snack!


    Ingredients

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    • 2 cups frozen strawberries
    • 1 scoop Equip Chocolate Protein
    • 1 scoop Equip Strawberry Protein
    • 1 ½ cups oat milk (or non-dairy milk of your choosing)

    Instructions

    1. Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender. Blend, starting on low and increasing to high, for 2 minutes or until completely smooth.

    Notes

    If using fresh strawberries, add 1 cup ice.

    If you want more chocolate flavor, add ½ tablespoon cocoa powder.

    Keywords: chocolate strawberry smoothie, strawberry smoothie, protein smoothie, protein powder, dairy free, gluten free

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