Protein Hot Chocolate

Dec 14

Written By Nini P

Protein Hot Chocolate (28g Protein!) – The Coziest High-Protein Winter Drink

This creamy Protein Hot Chocolate packs 28g of protein, rich chocolate flavor, and cozy café vibes—made with simple ingredients in under 5 minutes. A healthier, high-protein twist on classic hot chocolate that warms you up while keeping you full!

Enjoy,

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**Protein Hot Chocolate**

With 28g of protein and a decadent chocolate taste, this silky Protein Hot Chocolate comes together in minutes and offers a wholesome, satisfying take on a beloved classic.

Why You’ll Love This Protein Hot Chocolate:

If you love warm, cozy drinks but want something more satisfying than regular hot chocolate, this recipe is for you!
Here’s why it’s become a winter staple:
- 27+ grams of protein to keep you full and energized
- Ultra creamy without heavy cream
- Rich chocolate flavor from cacao + real dark chocolate
- Customizable (peppermint, cinnamon, collagen, whey isolate—whatever you love!)
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Works with dairy or non-dairy milk
- Perfect for breakfast, a post-workout warm drink, or a night time treat
  Best Tips for the Creamiest Protein Hot Chocolate
  - Use whey isolate for the smoothest texture
  - Chop the chocolate finely so it melts instantly.
  - Don’t boil — overheating can make protein gritty.
  - For extra sweetness, add 1–2 tsp maple syrup or date sugar.
  Flavor Variations
  Try these fun twists:
  - Peppermint Mocha: Add 1/8 tsp peppermint extract
  - Mexican Hot Chocolate: Add cinnamon + a pinch of cayenne
  - Salted Caramel: Add 1 tsp caramel syrup + flaky salt
  - Mocha Latte: Add ½ tsp instant espresso
  - Double Chocolate: Use chocolate protein powder + chocolate milk

Recipe: Protein Hot Chocolate

PREP & COOK TIME: 5 MIN

SERVING: 1

Protein Hot Chocolate

This creamy Protein Hot Chocolate delivers 27g of protein, deep chocolate flavor, and all the cozy café comfort you love—made in less than 10 minutes with simple ingredients. It’s a healthier, high-protein upgrade to classic hot chocolate that keeps you warm and satisfied.

Ingredients:

1 ½ cup high protein milk, dairy or non-dairy (I used 1 cup soy milk & ½ cup cashew milk)

1 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa powder)

½ scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder (whey isolate works best OR 1 serving collagen powder)

1 tbsp sweetener, any (this is optional, I did not use any)

1 tsp vanilla

Pinch of salt

1 tbsp or 15g dark chocolate, finely chopped

Optional: 1/8 tsp peppermint extract

Toppings: Choose whatever you love

Marshmallows, whipped cream, cinnamon, shaved chocolate, crushed peppermint

Instructions:

In a medium saucepot, add milk, cacao powder, protein powder, sweetener of choice if using, vanilla and salt. Whisk until all the powders are dissolved. Get mixture to a simmer, do not boil, the protein powder can make it gritty, then add you finely chopped chocolate. Turn off the heat and whisk until chocolate is melted. Pour into a mug and add whatever toppings you love! I used whipping cream and a dash of cinnamon
Nutrition (Approximate):

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