Chocolate Protein Milk Drink

Headnote

This is a restrained chocolate milk drink with the structure of a protein shake and the clarity of a classic dairy beverage. It should taste clean, cocoa-led, and softly sweet, with a smooth body and no chalkiness. The balance depends on cold milk, thorough blending, and precise chilling.

Recipe essentials

Dish category: Protein beverage
Cuisine or origin: Contemporary dairy drink
Course type: Drink
Yield: 1 serving
Serving size: 330 g
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Equipment

Blender or high-speed shaker
Fine sieve
Serving glass, 350 g capacity

Ingredients

Milk, cold: 290 g
Milk protein: 25 g
Cocoa: 8 g
Stabilizer: 2 g
Flavoring: 1 g
Sweetener: 2 g
Vitamin D: 0.05 g
Calcium: 1.95 g

Method

1. Combine the milk, milk protein, cocoa, stabilizer, flavoring, sweetener, vitamin D, and calcium in a blender. Blend on high speed for 20 to 30 seconds, until fully dissolved and the drink is smooth, uniform, and lightly aerated.

2. Pass the drink through a fine sieve into a clean vessel. This removes any remaining cocoa or protein particles and ensures a polished texture.

3. Chill for 5 minutes, or serve immediately over ice if a colder finish is desired. The final drink should pour evenly, with a glossy, homogeneous body and no visible separation.

Plating and serving

Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately. The surface should be smooth and clean, with a deep chocolate color and a light, creamy finish.

Professional notes

Use cold milk to preserve a fresh, firm texture and to keep the cocoa flavor precise. Blend only until smooth; excessive aeration can make the drink thin and unstable. If the drink stands, stir briefly before serving to restore its uniform body.