Chocolate Milkshake :-
1 large banana, peeled, sliced, and frozen
7 ice cubes
1 cup almond milk, or other dairy-free milk (or you can replace some of the milk with cold coffee, if you want a coffee/chocolate shake)
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, or raw cocoa powder
2 Tbsp pure maple syrup (grade B if you can find it)
10 benefits of chocolate milkshake
Fluid and electrolytes for hydration
Protein source for muscle repair
Carbohydrate source to replenish energy stores for the next practice
Chocolate in the milk boosts the carbohydrate supplied to your muscles and liver
Low cost replenishing option
Often available in the school cafeteria
Quick and potentially portable
For some athletes, it may be easier to tolerate a beverage versus food shortly after a workout
Replenishes necessary vitamins
It tastes great and kids typically love to drink chocolate milk.
