High-Protein Vegan Chocolate Milk (No Sucralose)

This High-Protein Vegan Chocolate Milk is a delicious and healthy drink, perfect for fueling your day or as a post-workout recovery beverage. Made without sucralose or any artificial sweeteners, it uses plant-based ingredients to create a creamy, rich chocolate flavor while providing a good dose of protein.

Ingredients:

1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk of your choice)
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 scoop vegan protein powder (chocolate or vanilla flavor)
1 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of your choice)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt (to enhance the chocolate flavor)
1 tbsp almond butter (optional, for added creaminess and richness)
Ice cubes (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

Prepare the milk base: In a small saucepan, warm the unsweetened almond milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally, but don’t bring it to a boil. If you prefer a cold drink, you can skip this step and just use cold almond milk.
Mix the chocolate ingredients: In a separate bowl or shaker bottle, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, vegan protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt. Stir or shake until fully combined and smooth.
Combine the milk and chocolate mixture: Once the almond milk is warm (or cold if you skipped the heating step), pour it into the bowl with the chocolate mixture. Stir well until everything is smooth and the cocoa powder is completely dissolved.
Add almond butter (optional): For extra creaminess and richness, stir in the almond butter. This step is optional but adds a lovely texture to the chocolate milk.
Serve: Pour the chocolate milk into a glass. If you like your drink cold, add ice cubes before serving.
Enjoy: Enjoy this high-protein, vegan, and sucralose-free chocolate milk as a snack, post-workout drink, or a sweet treat.

Tips:

Protein powder: If you prefer an unflavored protein powder, you can use it and add a bit more sweetener or vanilla to taste.
Sweeteners: Adjust the sweetness to your taste with maple syrup, agave syrup, or even stevia. You can also skip the sweetener if you prefer a less sweet version.
Flavors: For an extra flavor boost, you can add a dash of cinnamon or instant coffee for a mocha twist.
Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Shake well before drinking if stored.

This High-Protein Vegan Chocolate Milk is a great way to satisfy your chocolate cravings while getting the nutritional benefits of protein. It’s a clean, natural option without any artificial sweeteners, and it’s a perfect addition to your vegan or plant-based lifestyle!