Chocolate Instant Breakfast
Submitted by ABilliu
Frothy chocolate breakfast shake blended with banana, egg, and skim milk for protein. Homemade cocoa sauce sweetened with artificial sweetener keeps it low-calorie.
YIELD
1 servingPREP
35 minCOOK
0 minREADY
35 minThis breakfast smoothie packs protein and chocolate flavor into a quick morning solution that tastes indulgent but stays light on calories.
The secret is a homemade chocolate sauce made from cocoa powder, cornstarch, and artificial sweetener that thickens on the stove in just minutes. One batch stores in the fridge for 6 weeks, ready whenever you need it.
Blend skim milk, a whole egg, half a banana, and a spoonful of the sauce until frothy. The egg adds silky protein while the banana brings natural sweetness and creamy body.
You can swap the banana for half a ripe pear for a different fruit twist.
Pro Tips
- Make the chocolate sauce ahead and store up to 6 weeks refrigerated
- Use a ripe banana for maximum natural sweetness
- Blend on high for a full minute to get that frothy texture
- Add ice cubes if you prefer a thicker, colder shake
- Double the recipe to make breakfast for two
Ingredients
Directions
Chocolate Sauce:
Combine cornstarch and cocoa.
Whisk into cold water in a saucepan until there are no dry bits.
Cook, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil.
Stir 1 minute until mixture thickens.
Remove from heat, stir in sweetener (aspartame is OK) and vanilla and allow to cool.
Store in clean jar in refrigerator up to 6 weeks.
Makes 12 servings, about 2¼ cups.
Instant Breakfast:
Combine milk, egg, banana, sauce and vanilla in a blender.
Blend at high speed 1 min or until frothy.
Makes about 1½ cup.
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