When the weather warms up, a thick, cold chocolate milkshake is hard to beat — but most shop-bought versions are loaded with dairy, sugar and gut-unfriendly extras. This one is different: rich and creamy, completely vegan, and gentle enough for sensitive tummies.
It's built on Blissful Brown Rice & Raw Cacao — our two-ingredient blend of organic brown rice protein and organic raw cacao, and one of only two That Protein blends that are FODMAP Friendly certified. That makes this a genuinely IBS-friendly treat, not just a chocolate hit.
Why this milkshake works for sensitive guts
Classic milkshakes rely on cow's milk and ice cream — both high in lactose, a common IBS trigger. Swapping to a low FODMAP plant milk and a certified low FODMAP protein removes the usual culprits while keeping all the indulgence. Raw cacao brings deep chocolate flavour with no need for sugary syrups, and a frozen banana adds natural creaminess.
Ingredients
- 1 serving Blissful Brown Rice & Raw Cacao
- 250ml low FODMAP plant milk (almond or oat, in a moderate serving)
- 1 small frozen unripe banana (firmer bananas are lower in FODMAPs)
- 1 tbsp smooth peanut butter (optional — 100% peanuts)
- 4–5 ice cubes
- Pinch of sea salt
Method
- Add the plant milk, frozen banana, protein, peanut butter (if using) and salt to a blender.
- Blend on high until thick and smooth.
- Add the ice and blend again until frosty.
- Pour into a tall glass and finish with a sprinkle of cacao nibs.
Easy variations
For a mocha twist, blend in a shot of cooled coffee or use Chirpy Chirpy Choca Mocha (low FODMAP). For an extra-nutty shake, double the peanut butter and reach for Nutty Nutty Peanut Butter (low FODMAP). Keep portions sensible — almond and oat milks are low FODMAP in moderate servings, so check the Monash app if you're in the strict elimination phase.
Make it part of your low FODMAP routine
New to all this? Our beginner's guide to the low FODMAP diet explains how it works, and our low FODMAP shopping list makes the weekly shop easier.
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This article is for general information and isn't medical advice. If you have IBS or any digestive condition, please consult your GP or a registered dietitian.