If you love the classic combination of chocolate and banana, these Frosty Chocolate Protein Banana Cream Cups are about to become your new freezer staple. They are cool, creamy, naturally sweet, and feel like a decadent dessert, yet they are packed with protein and made entirely from real, wholesome ingredients.

Think chocolate-dipped banana ice cream meets a creamy protein cheesecake… in perfectly portioned little cups.

These no bake treats are designed for those moments when you want something sweet and satisfying without reaching for ultra-processed desserts. They are rich without being heavy, indulgent without being sugary, and nourishing enough to enjoy as a snack, dessert, or even a grab-and-go breakfast on warm days.

Why Chocolate + Banana Is Always a Win

Chocolate and banana is one of those timeless pairings that never disappoints. The natural sweetness and creaminess of ripe bananas balances beautifully with deep, rich chocolate. When blended with protein-rich ingredients, this combo transforms into something truly special, cool, frosty, and deeply satisfying.

In these cream cups, banana becomes the base for a smooth, ice-cream-like filling. Protein powder adds structure and staying power, while a touch of yogurt or cottage cheese (optional but highly recommended) boosts creaminess and protein even further. A simple chocolate layer on top brings it all together, creating that crack-into-it-with-a-spoon moment that makes dessert feel extra special.

What Makes These Cream Cups Healthy?

Unlike traditional frozen desserts, these cups are naturally sweetened and rely on whole foods for flavor and texture. There is no baking, no refined sugar, and no complicated steps, just blend, freeze, and enjoy.

Here’s what your body gets in every bite:

Protein to keep you full and support muscle recovery
Natural sweetness from bananas instead of refined sugar
Healthy fats (if using nut butter or dark chocolate) for satisfaction
Fiber to support digestion and balanced energy

They are especially perfect if you:

Want a healthier dessert option
Need protein-rich snacks ready in the freezer
Love no-bake recipes
Crave creamy, chocolatey treats
Great for birthday parties, barbecues or… lunch on a Sunday.

Texture Matters

The key to these cups is achieving that frosty-yet-creamy texture. Frozen bananas create a naturally thick, ice-cream-like base, while protein powder and yogurt give the filling structure so it freezes firm without turning icy. Once frozen, the cups hold their shape beautifully but soften just enough after a few minutes at room temperature to become spoonable, creamy, and luxurious.

The Final Spoonful

These Frosty Chocolate Protein Banana Cream Cups are proof that dessert can be simple, nourishing, and deeply satisfying. They are cool, creamy, chocolatey, and packed with protein, everything you want in a treat that loves you back.

Make a batch, stash them in the freezer and enjoy knowing you have always got a healthy, protein-rich dessert ready whenever the craving hits. ✨

Frosty Chocolate Protein Banana Cream Cups

Cool, creamy, and protein-rich, these no-bake chocolate banana cream cups are made with frozen bananas, protein powder and yogurt for a naturally sweet, ice-cream like treat. They are perfectly portioned, freezer-friendly, and ideal for a healthy dessert, post-workout snack, or refreshing sweet bite anytime. 🍫🍌

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword chocolate protein banana cream cups, chocolate protein cups no bake, clean eating dessert or snack, frosty chocolate protein banana cream cups, no bake chocolate proitein cream cups

Servings 6

Ingredients

• 2 large ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
• 1 cup thick Greek-style yogurt or cottage cheese
• 2 scoops vanilla or chocolate protein powder
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1-2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter (optional, for richness)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

• Add frozen banana slices, yogurt or cottage cheese, protein powder, cocoa powder, nut butter (if using), and vanilla to a high-speed blender or food processor.

  Blend until completely smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. The mixture should be thick, creamy and similar to soft-serve ice cream.

  Spoon the banana cream evenly into 6 (or more) silicone muffin cups or a lined muffin tin. Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon.

  To Decorate

  1 fresh banana, sliced to place on top of each cup immediately before freezing, as shown in recipe image.

  Place the cups in the freezer for 1–2 hours, or until firm.

  Store in the freezer for up to 2 months

  Remove from the freezer 5–10 minutes before eating for best texture

  Keep in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn

  Easy Variations

  Peanut Butter Cup: Swirl extra peanut butter into the filling

  Mint Chocolate: Add ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract

  Crunchy Top: Sprinkle chopped nuts or cacao nibs onto the chocolate before it sets.  

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