Dreamy Dairy-Free Chocolate Shake
THM Fuel Pull, low carb, low fat, sugar free, gluten/egg/dairy free || Use carton coconut milk for a nut-free version. Most people with tree nut allergies can have coconut products, but confirm with your doctor first. || There is no fat source in this recipe, but this shake is Deep S compatible, Trim Healthy Mamas! Just add a Deep S-approved fat source on the side.
Author: Briana Thomas
Serves: 1
Ingredients
- 1½ c. frozen cauliflower florets*
- 1¼ c. unsweetened almond milk
- 2 T. collagen
- 2 T. cocoa powder
- 2 tsp. THM Super Sweet Blend (or more, to taste)
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp. salt
- 3/32 tsp. (3 doonks) THM Pure Stevia Extract Powder
- ½ tsp. glucomannan
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- 4 ice cubes (or more, to desired consistency)
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients except the ice to a high-powered blender. (I use a Vitamix.) Add the glucomannan right before blending to avoid clumping. Blend until completely smooth (don't skimp on the blending; it should be a thick smoothie consistency), then add the ice and blend again until smooth. Taste and adjust. Does it need more sweetener? Do you want to add more ice for a thicker shake? Feel free to do so, then blend until smooth and enjoy!
Notes
*I recommend using store-bought frozen cauliflower florets because they have been blanched and will break down better in your shake. They also seem to be milder in flavor than fresh cauliflower. (The cauliflower needs to be frozen because it acts as part of the ice in the recipe.)
-You are welcome to try using whey protein powder in place of the collagen, but whey protein powder is not dairy free and I personally like the lack of flavor from collagen.
-If the shake feels slimy, try decreasing the glucomannan. I use Konjac Foods brand glucomannan and never have an issue with sliminess, but some brands seem to be stronger than others and have that issue sometimes. If you don't have glucomannan, xanthan gum can generally be substituted for it in the same amount and is easy to find locally.
-I used 2 sweeteners for a more balanced sweetness as well as to take it easy on my budget. (More concentrated sweeteners are generally cheaper per serving.) Feel free to use your favorite low-glycemic sweetener(s) to taste.
-You are welcome to try using whey protein powder in place of the collagen, but whey protein powder is not dairy free and I personally like the lack of flavor from collagen.
-If the shake feels slimy, try decreasing the glucomannan. I use Konjac Foods brand glucomannan and never have an issue with sliminess, but some brands seem to be stronger than others and have that issue sometimes. If you don't have glucomannan, xanthan gum can generally be substituted for it in the same amount and is easy to find locally.
-I used 2 sweeteners for a more balanced sweetness as well as to take it easy on my budget. (More concentrated sweeteners are generally cheaper per serving.) Feel free to use your favorite low-glycemic sweetener(s) to taste.
Recipe by Briana Thomas at https://www.briana-thomas.com/dreamy-dairy-free-chocolate-shake/