Delicious hot chocolate in a black mug with mini marshmallows and biscuit rolls on the side.

Stovetop~15 minComplexity

Protein Hot Chocolate

Name: Protein Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: Milk, 2% reduced fat; Whey protein powder (vanilla); Cocoa powder, unsweetened; Maple syrup; Tiny pinch kosher salt; Chocolate, dark, 70-85% cacao; Vanilla extract; Marshmallows or whipped cream (for serving)

This Protein Hot Chocolate provides 34g protein and 388 calories in a single serving — a solid breakfast or post-workout drink option. Prepared in quick time on the stovetop, requiring no advance planning. Use this to front-load protein early in the day or immediately after training to support recovery.

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Ingredients

1 serving

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2% Milk(300g)
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Whey protein powder (vanilla)(25g)
Use whey isolate for cooking. Vanilla flavor is most versatile.
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Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened(13g)
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Maple syrup(8g)
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Tiny pinch kosher salt
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Chocolate, Dark, 70-85% Cacao(15g)
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Vanilla extract(1g)
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Marshmallows or whipped cream (for serving)

Instructions

1Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until steam begins to rise from the surface, stirring occasionally.
2Add the cocoa powder, vanilla whey protein powder, and maple syrup to the warm milk, whisking continuously for 2–3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain. Do not allow the milk to boil.
3Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and add to the saucepan. Continue whisking over medium heat for 1–2 minutes until the chocolate is completely melted and fully incorporated into the hot chocolate.
4Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5Taste the hot chocolate and add additional maple syrup if desired for extra sweetness.
6Pour into a mug and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition — Per Serving

388

calories

34g

protein

15g

fat

Carbohydrates: 37g
Saturated fat: 9.1g
Sodium: 198 mg
Dietary fiber: 6.4g

1 servings per batch · ~362g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Protein Hot Chocolate have per serving?

A single serving delivers 34g of protein and 388 calories with 15g fat and 37g carbs. This works well as a post-workout drink or breakfast addition when you need a quick protein intake without food preparation.

How long does Protein Hot Chocolate take to prepare?

Protein Hot Chocolate qualifies as quick prep and makes one serving, so you can prepare it fresh in under 5 minutes whenever you need a warm, protein-rich beverage. It's ideal for immediate post-workout consumption or a high-protein breakfast drink.

Is Protein Hot Chocolate good for muscle gain?

At 34g protein and 388 calories per serving, this drink is useful during muscle-gain phases when you need calorie and protein density in liquid form. The 37g carbs support post-workout glycogen replenishment alongside the high protein content.