Chocolate Protein “Sundae” – Recipe

Written on February 7, 2013 at 9:05 am , by Jennifer Swafford

After my workout today, I wanted something other than a protein shake.  I wanted ice cream.  I was hot and sweaty and I just wanted to sit down with a big old sundae and indulge.

However, I did NOT want to undo all the hard work I had just put in on the treadmill   So, I made an executive decision.  I would take my knowledge of what is good after a workout, banana and protein powder.  I would combine these two things and make a healthy post workout snack and STILL give in to my sundae craving.

Here is what I created:

Not only did it taste A-M-A-Z-I-N-G, but it was only 3 Weight Watchers points plus for the entire sundae!

That is fewer than my famous Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake!

You simply must try this.  You don’t even have to workout to enjoy this one.  If you didn’t just finish a workout but just want it for a treat, just eliminate the protein powder.  It will still work.  Hey…you can even get crazy and add in your own “mix-ins.”  Just make sure you count them!

Without further ado…the recipe!

Chocolate Protein “Sundae”

Serves: 1

Weight Watchers Points Plus:  3 points plus (Plus additional toppings)

Ingredients:

One frozen banana

One scoop Chocolate Protein Powder (I use Designer Whey)

Milk of Choice (I used half and half because it was all I had)

Directions:

In a blender, food process, or Ninja, combine all of the ingredients.

Pulse until the banana is crumbly.  Mix with a spoon to incorporate.

Then, wait for the magic to happen.  As you continue to pulse the food processor, the banana will turn soft like “soft serve.”  If you find that it is too thick, add a little more milk.  I probably used a total of 2 Tbsp half and half in mine.

Scoop out, top with fat free whipped cream, light syrup and sprinkles (all optional of course!).

Enjoy the heck out of this one.  You deserve it!