Chocolate Banana Vegan Protein Shake
A creamy, nutrient-rich shake combining vegan protein, almond butter, and mushroom coffee to support hormonal balance and energy.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Michelle + Lila
Michelle created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
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Next: Prepare the Rize mushroom coffee according to…
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Prepare the Rize mushroom coffee according to…
Prepare the Rize mushroom coffee according to package instructions and let it cool.
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Combine the chocolate vegan protein powder
In a blender, combine the chocolate vegan protein powder, banana, almond butter, almond milk, and cooled mushroom coffee.
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Blend until smooth and creamy
Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately
Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
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