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f you’re looking for a quick, healthy breakfast that tastes like dessert, this chocolate peanut butter banana protein shake is a winner. I love blending it up in my Vitamix (affiliate link) on busy mornings here in the Southwest. It’s creamy, chocolatey, full of protein, and keeps me satisfied straight through until lunch.
Rod’s a fan too, so this smoothie has been on repeat in our house several times a week. It’s the perfect five-minute breakfast when you don’t want to cook but still want something that feels filling and indulgent.
Why You’ll Love This Chocolate PB Banana Protein Shake
- Dessert-like taste – Creamy, chocolatey, with a hint of peanut butter.
- High protein & filling – Thanks to cottage cheese and protein powder, it packs staying power.
- WW friendly – Just 6 Points and under 300 calories.
- Quick & easy – Blend it in 5 minutes or less.
Ingredient Notes + Substitutions
- Cottage cheese – My secret weapon for thick, creamy smoothies. It blends beautifully and adds extra protein without the tang of Greek yogurt. (Not a fan? Swap in plain nonfat Greek yogurt instead.)
- Chocolate protein powder – Whey or plant-based both work. If you don’t have protein powder, use 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder instead.
- PB2 (affiliate link) powdered peanut butter (affiliate link) – You get peanut butter flavor with fewer calories and WW Points. You can also use 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter (adds about 3 Points).
- Banana – Frozen bananas make the shake thick and frosty. Fresh bananas work too—just add a little more ice.
- Ice + water or milk – Adjust to make it thicker or thinner, depending on your preference.
Step-by-Step Recipe Notes
Step 1: Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender (affiliate link) (I use my Vitamix (affiliate link)).
Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Taste and adjust: add more ice for a thicker shake, or a splash of milk/water for a thinner consistency.
Step 4: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately!
How Many Calories and WW Points in this Chocolate PB Banana Smoothie?
For even more protein, this yummy chocolate peanut butter banana protein shake also has chocolate protein powder and PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter (affiliate link) a great way to get all the flavor of protein with fewer SmartPoints.
According to my calculations this protein shake has about 299 calories and 6 Points. To see your WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site, Click here! (You must be logged into a smartphone or tablet.)
8 *PointsPlus (Old plan)
Recipe Variations
More chocolate? Add 1 teaspoon cocoa powder for deeper flavor.
No cottage cheese? Use plain nonfat Greek yogurt.
Want it richer? Use natural peanut butter instead of PB2.
No frozen banana? Use fresh banana + extra ice.
If you like this protein shake, be sure to check out my other Weight Watchers friendly smoothie recipes including Ultimate Chocolate Banana Smoothie Recipes, Carrot Cake Smoothie, Blueberry Peach Protein Shake, Orange Creamsicle Smoothie and Healthy Breakfast Smoothie
If you love chocolate smoothies, you might also enjoy my Cherry Chocolate Protein Smoothie Bowl for a fruity twist with extra protein.”
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup non-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons PB2 Peanut Butter Flour (affiliate link)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 frozen banana
- Handful of ice cubes
- Sweetener to taste (I didn’t need any because my protein powder has sweetener in it)
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a blender (affiliate link) and process until smooth.
- Use more ice cubes to give the shake a thicker consistency.
- If you like it thinner, use less ice and add more water.
Notes
- no cottage cheese – substitute plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- no PB2 (affiliate link) flour – substitute 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- no frozen bananas – use an unfrozen one and increase the ice a bit (I always have a stash of peeled overripe bananas in the freezer)
- no chocolate protein powder – add a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder
- thicker – add more ice
- thinner – add more water
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More WW Friendly Smoothies to Try
If you enjoy this shake, you’ll love these too:
Blueberry Peach Protein Shake – Sweet, fruity, and high protein.
Cherry Chocolate Protein Smoothie Bowl – Fruity twist with extra protein.
Carrot Cake Smoothie – Dessert-inspired and veggie-packed.
Orange Creamsicle Smoothie – Refreshing and nostalgic.
Healthy Breakfast Smoothie – Simple, versatile, and filling.
Curious to know what protein powder you prefer? Thanks. Pat
Hi Pat, I’m a longtime doTERRA subscriber and use their Slim & Sassy Trimshake: m/slim-sassy-trim-shake-for-protein-shakes-and-smoothies-weight-watchers/ ~Martha
I like vanilla greek yogurt with strawberries.
Mixed frozen fruit , with light yogurt
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I enjoy oatmeal with fresh fruit for breakfast.
I love oats and blueberries with vanilla.
My favorite breakfast is oatmeal cooked in the microwave topped with bananas
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