More Protein, Less Volume: The 10oz Smoothie Outperforming Your Protein Bar

Stop struggling with massive shakes—get the macros you need in a refreshing, 10oz micro-meal

For the last ten years, most of my mornings have started the same way: with a smoothie bowl. So I took one of my favorite smoothie combinations and updated it to better fit a GLP-1-style diet, where the goal is maximum protein, some fiber, and a smaller, more manageable portion.

This smoothie is designed to be 8 to 10 ounces / 250 to 300 ml, making it a practical size for anyone navigating a suppressed appetite. The recipe below is written for an 8-ounce serving, but you can thin it slightly if needed to keep the texture smooth and easy to drink.

This is my Choconana: a creamy, chocolate-banana, high-protein smoothie that delivers 42 grams of protein in just 10 ounces.

Notes:

• If you want your smoothie to be thinner, add 1/4 cup of water

• Add your liquids to your blender first and then the dates, and then everything else

• If you find dairy causes bloating (common on GLP-1s), you can switch it with an unflavored pea protein

• If you have a hard time finding Cocoa Nibs, you can replace it cocoa powder

• If you are trying to prep the smoothie ahead of time, skip the whey protein in the blender and mix it in right before drinking

These are the approximate nutrition facts - your exact one might differ based on the brands you use!

Calories 550 kcal | Protein 42 g | Carbohydrates 65 g | Fiber 9 g | Total Sugar 35 g | Added Sugar 3 g | Fat14 g |Saturated Fat4 g

Did you try this high-protein chocolate peanut butter smoothie? Leave a comment below with your rating, your favorite ingredient swap, or what smoothie flavor you want me to make next.