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Quick, simple, and healthy chocolate protein smoothie bowls<\/span><\/h1>\n

A protein smoothie bowl has become one of my favorite breakfasts. Not only are these bowls easy and quick to make, they\u2019re also delicious and filling, packed with nutritious ingredients, and beautiful too!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Protein smoothie bowl ingredients<\/span><\/h2>\n

This <\/span>chocolate protein smoothie bowl <\/b>is satisfying and delicious. Who doesn\u2019t love chocolate for breakfast? The best part is that it\u2019s filled with nutrients to help you start your day right or fuel your body after exercising.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This recipe serves one person, but my guess is that you\u2019ll want to double it and make another bowl to share. Below is a list of the ingredients, along with some of their benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chocolate protein powder<\/span><\/h3>\n

As an essential macronutrient, protein helps you build and tone muscle, repair tissue, and manage hormones. Protein powder is an easy way to add protein to your diet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Protein powders come in a variety of flavors. My favorite flavor is almost always chocolate! My personal preference is to use a vegan variety, because it reduces bloating. The brand I used in this recipe is <\/span>Raw Fusion<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pro tip: In addition to smoothie bowls, you can also use protein powders in <\/span>frosty shakes<\/span><\/a> or in snacks, such as granola bars and energy bites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

A meal replacement shake would be an excellent substitute in this recipe. <\/b>These are similar to protein powders, but they have other benefits such as vitamins, minerals, and probiotics. My family has tried many meal replacement shakes, and <\/span>our favorite by far is Shakeology<\/span><\/a>. Although it does cost more than other brands, we prefer it far and above others in terms of taste, texture, and giving us energy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vanilla Greek yogurt\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Greek yogurt provides nutrients including protein, probiotics, B12, potassium, and calcium. Including it in your diet helps you with muscle recovery after workouts, a slimmer waistline, and improved digestion and regularity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You can easily make this recipe vegan by substituting soy yogurt. <\/b>Soy yogurt provides protein and healthy unsaturated fat. Also, soy can help lower cholesterol and decrease blood sugar levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mixed berries<\/span><\/h3>\n

In this recipe, you\u2019ll use berries twice. First, you\u2019ll use frozen berries in the blender with other ingredients. Later, you\u2019ll add fresh berries on top of your smoothie bowl.<\/strong> I chose mixed berries in the blender and blueberries for the topping.<\/span><\/p>\n

Berries are loaded with antioxidants, which means that they prevent or slow damage to your cells. This includes protecting your skin from the damaging effects of the sun. Additionally, berries are anti-inflammatory and help lower cholesterol levels. There are so many benefits to eating berries, you can add them to your diet on a regular basis.<\/span><\/p>\n