Chocolate Yogurt Date Shake

This Chocolate Yogurt Date Shake is an ultra-creamy & protein-packed breakfast recipe. The end result embodies the consistency & tastes of a milkshake, but it’s created with healthy vegan ingredients. Without a doubt, this post-workout shake will be a keeper!

A beyond dreamy creation is awaiting you today. This Chocolate Yogurt Date Shake recipe is what post-workout breakfasts ought to be made of.

This power-packed blend includes plain coconut yogurt, rich cacao, sweet vanilla plant protein, healthy fat seeds, nature’s candy (Medjool dates), & your go-to non-dairy milk.

Not only is the end result milkshake-worthy, but it’s blended with healthy ingredients to leave you feeling fueled & nourished. 

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Protein Shake Recipe

• Perfect Protein Shake: This Chocolate Yogurt Date Shake recipe features 30 grams of plant-based protein to keep you full & satisfied.
• Packed with Nutrition: The combination of healthy fats, plant protein, & organic ingredients in this milkshake-like shake will have you fully nourished. 
• Fully Customizable: I have listed options further down in the post to include even more nutritious enhancements to your chocolate protein shake.

Coconut Yogurt Health Benefits & Nutrition

What takes this chocolate date shake to the next level is the yogurt. I love coconut yogurt, as it’s a tasty, thick, & creamy alternative to Greek yogurt, but without the dairy effects, if you know what I mean. When selecting a coconut yogurt brand, as always, quality is essential! Yes, they’re on the higher price ends, but there’s nothing funky in it. This way, you can receive all of the coconut yogurt benefits without the negative side effects. Coconut yogurt offers the following health benefits:

• Improves Digestion, from the Diverse Strands of Probiotics
• Promotes Healthy Skin
• Boosts Energy Levels
• Reduces Inflammation
• Enhances Immunity

Check out this Coconut Yogurt 101 post for tips, brands, & everything you need to know about the dairy-free alternative.

Ingredients

• Organic Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk: Any non-dairy milk works in this recipe; just be sure to use homemade or trusted brands—I like MALK Organics, Three Trees, or Native Forest.
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: Thick & tangy coconut yogurt adds some extra creaminess to this chocolate protein shake. Just be sure to use a plain flavor, because the extra sugar isn’t needed in this blend. Check out this Coconut Yogurt 101 post for tips, brands, & everything you need to know about the dairy-free alternative.
• Organic Chia Seeds: Organic chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, & so much more.
• Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Organic ground flax seeds add a great little boost of fiber & minerals.
• Organic Cacao Powder: It’s the perfect addition to make this creamy protein shake chocolatey! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular Dutch cocoa powder. Review this Cacao Powder 101 post to learn more!
• Organic Vanilla Plant Protein: Adding a scoop of protein powder helps to keep you full & satisfied longer. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & the recommended daily protein intake.
• Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals & beautifully enhances the flavor.
• Organic Medjool Dates: I recommend buying pitted dates; that way you don’t have to remove the pits yourself. My favorite brand of dates is Joolies!
• Ice Cubes: If you want your shake to be extra chilled, throw some in!

How to Make

• Blend the Liquids & Powders. First, add the non-dairy milk, yogurt, seeds, cacao powder, vanilla plant protein, & sea salt to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
• Blend the Medjool Date(s). Add the soft medjool date(s) to the blender & blend until smooth.
• Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Next, add in the ice cubes. Blend until smooth & creamy. If needed, you can pause the blender, remove the lid, & scrape down the sides so that everything is fully incorporated. You may need to add a little more liquid depending on how thick/thin you like your shakes.
• Serve. Pour into a chilled glass & enjoy!

Optional Shake Add-Ins

Feel free to truly make this blend your own! Here are a few suggestions to amp up this creamy chocolate date shake recipe:

• Organic Cacao Nibs: Add 1 tablespoon of organic cacao nibs at the last minute, then blend once more to provide a little crunch at every sip!
• Organic Cold Brew: Need a boost? Check out this Mocha Yogurt Protein Smoothie recipe.
• Organic Greens: Greens are packed with so many minerals, vitamins, & antioxidants. I recommend baby spinach if you’re new to green shakes, but kale, Swiss chard, mustard greens, collard greens, or mixed greens all work.

Tips for Making the Perfect Shake

Interested in how to make the best healthy Chocolate Yogurt Date Shake recipe? As someone who makes protein shakes daily, here are my TOP tips:

1. Soak the Medjool Dates: If your dates are hard, I highly recommend soaking them in very warm water for 5 minutes so that they can blend nicely.
2. Adjust Liquid Amount: If you find that your shake is too thick to blend, don’t worry! Just add a bit more liquid, blend, open the cover, scrape down the sides if needed, & blend again. When possible, always use a larger high-speed blender instead, as it will blend the ingredients much better.
3. How to Make: Add your liquid first & blend your powders first, then the Medjool dates, before adding your frozen ingredients. This is my personal favorite way of preparing my shakes. By blending the liquid & powders first, it ensures that your powders blend completely.
4. Shake Blending Tip: Start your blender on low to medium speed. If you blend the shake too quickly from the beginning, it’s really hard for the blender to properly blend the frozen ingredients—so start lower & then gradually increase the speed.
5. Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a creamy post-workout milkshake. Put your serving glass in the fridge or freezer while you’re making your blend to ensure a chilled shake at every sip.

Shake FAQs

Is it healthy to have a protein shake?

I wouldn’t post something that was unhealthy, even though this shake does taste like a milkshake. Having a shake full of protein, healthy fats, & superfoods for a post-workout breakfast is great because you’ll be getting essential vitamins, nutrients, & protein first thing. However, some shakes on the market or on the web can be loaded with tons of fruit, added sugar, & nonsense, making them a less healthy option.

What is the best protein powder to use?

I used an organic vanilla plant protein powder for this Chocolate Yogurt Date Shake recipe. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & recommended daily protein intake.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have vanilla protein powder on hand, no worries! To increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon of organic hemp seeds without changing the taste that much.

Can I make this shake recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make this Chocolate Yogurt Date Shake recipe as is or double it for later. Check out this “How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance” post to achieve the best results.

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• Chocolate Maca Date Shake
• Chocolate Matcha Date Shake

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Xoxo.

CMG.

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