low-carb
protein shake
chocolate
espresso
muscle building
healthy
23 April 2025

Low-Carb Chocolate-Espresso Protein Shake

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

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A delicious low-carb protein shake combining chocolate and espresso flavors, perfect for building muscle and staying lean.

☕ Low-Carb Chocolate-Espresso Protein Shake

If you love the bold flavor of espresso and the richness of chocolate, this low-carb protein shake is your dream post-workout or breakfast pick-me-up 💪. It’s smooth, creamy, and satisfies cravings without loading up on sugar or carbs.

💡 Why You’ll Love This Shake

  • High in protein – helps build and repair muscles
  • Low in carbs – perfect for keto or low-carb diets
  • Quick to make – ready in under 5 minutes
  • Tastes like dessert! 🍫

🧋 Ingredients You’ll Need

This shake combines simple ingredients with maximum flavor:

  • Unsweetened almond milk and cream for a creamy, rich base
  • Chocolate protein powder and cocoa for deep chocolate flavor
  • Espresso powder for an energizing caffeine boost
  • Ice cubes for that thick, milkshake-like texture

⚙️ How to Make It

Simply toss everything into your blender and blend until smooth!
You can adjust sweetness to taste — or swap sugar for a keto-friendly sweetener like stevia or erythritol.

🧠 Pro Tips

  • Use cold espresso or instant espresso powder dissolved in a tablespoon of hot water for the best flavor.
  • For a thicker texture, freeze your almond milk into cubes before blending.
  • Add a pinch of sea salt to intensify the chocolate flavor.

⚖️ Nutrition (per serving)

| Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | |-----------|----------|------|------| | 335 | 24g | 23g | 11g |

💬 FAQs

Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes! Replace heavy cream with coconut cream or extra almond milk for a lighter texture.

Can I prep it ahead of time?
You can blend and freeze it in an airtight container. Just thaw slightly and shake before drinking.

Can I use cold brew instead of espresso?
Absolutely — use about ¼ cup of strong cold brew for a smoother coffee flavor.

Enjoy this energizing and creamy Chocolate-Espresso Protein Shake any time you need a low-carb boost! ⚡️

Low-Carb Chocolate-Espresso Protein Shake

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

A delicious low-carb protein shake combining chocolate and espresso flavors, perfect for building muscle and staying lean.

Low-Carb Chocolate-Espresso Protein Shake image
low-carb
protein shake
chocolate
espresso
muscle building
healthy
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
0 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings
1

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Instructions

  1. 1

    Into a blender, add almond milk, cream, ice, protein powder, cocoa powder, hot water with espresso powder, and sugar.

  2. 2

    Blend ingredients until smooth. Pour smoothie into a glass to drink immediately or freeze for later enjoyment.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 shake

Calories 335
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23g29%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol mgNaN%
Sodium mgNaN%
Total Carbohydrates 11g4%
Dietary Fiber gNaN%
Sugars g
Protein 24g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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