(Makes 1 serving – double for more!)

• ½ cup (50g) vanilla or chocolate protein powder (whey, plant-based, or casein)

• 2 tbsp almond flour or oat flour (for texture)

• 1 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew butter)

• 1-2 tbsp milk (dairy or almond/coconut milk)

• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract (enhances flavor)

• Pinch of salt (balances sweetness)

• Dark chocolate chips or sugar-free chips (optional, for extra crunch)

(For a vegan version, use plant-based protein and nut milk!)