A recipe for a chocolate collagen shake is being promoted as a healthy alternative to traditional desserts, according to a recent article from a wellness media outlet. The drink, developed by a former beauty editor, combines protein, healthy fats, and natural sweeteners without added sugar.
The shake includes one frozen banana, one scoop of chocolate beauty & gut collagen+ powder (or unflavored collagen with cacao powder), one date, two tablespoons of nut butter, a dash of cinnamon, and one and a half cups of almond milk or any preferred milk. The ingredients are blended until smooth.
According to the article, the collagen powder contains organic cocoa and organic monk fruit extract. One reviewer said the powder helped replace chocolate cravings and that the blended drink tasted like a fast‑food frosty. The former senior beauty editor who wrote the recipe said the shake tastes like a peanut butter cup.
The nutritional information provided for one serving is 494 calories, 26 grams of protein, 55 grams of carbohydrates, and 21 grams of fat. The article notes that these values are estimates and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.
The collagen in the shake is described as supporting skin elasticity, hydration levels, and youthful texture, based on a cited scientific study. Readers who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications are advised to consult a doctor before starting any supplement routine.
The recipe is intended as a dessert alternative that satisfies sweet cravings while also delivering what the article calls beauty benefits. The author stated that many healthy dessert alternatives do not deliver on flavor, but this recipe aims to provide both taste and nutrition.
The product mentioned, beauty & gut collagen+, is sold by the same company that published the article. The shake recipe is one of several recipes the company has shared that use its collagen powder. The article included a customer review count of 331 ratings for the product, with a high average rating.
The date of the article is listed as May 4, 2026. The author is Jamie Schneider, formerly the senior beauty and lifestyle editor at the publication. The recipe was credited to Hannah Frye, another former beauty editor who previously worked in a smoothie shop.
One source was referenced: a study from the National Center for Biotechnology Information on collagen’s effects on skin, published in the journal PMC. The article suggests that the combination of ingredients makes this shake a viable option for people who want a dessert that does not compromise their nutrition goals.
