Creamy Goat Whey Protein Choccy Milk

The useful part

Creamy, chocolatey and deeply satisfying, this homemade protein choccy milk is our favourite way to refuel after a big day on the bikes. usually prepared in advance and kept beautifully cold for the hour-long drive home. It brings together protein, carbohydrate, fluid and a little salt in one very delicious drink.

How it works

• Following a shorter or less strenuous workout, you can reduce the amount to suit your appetite and activity.
• After a long or demanding endurance session, our carbohydrate needs are considerably greater.
• which is why I use the full two tablespoons of maple syrup after a big ride.
• We lose sodium through sweat, particularly during longer, warmer or more intense sessions, so a little salt can be a useful addition to a post-exercise drink.
• This is a delicious option after strength training, running, hiking, Pilates or any form of exercise that leaves you ready for something nourishing.

What to take from it

It's also a lovely homemade alternative to a bottled chocolate milk such as Big M, made with a short list of ingredients you control. Serves 1 300ml Bonsoy 1 serve Creamy Vanilla Goat Whey Protein Powder 1 tblspn cacao powder 1½-2 tblspns pure maple syrup (or to taste*) A pinch of sea...

Details worth keeping

Both our Creamy Vanilla Goat Whey Protein and Bonsoy contribute a good amount of protein to support muscle repair and recovery, while Bonsoy and maple syrup provide carbohydrate to help replenish some of the energy used during exercise. The pinch of salt isn't there for flavour alone.