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A rich chocolate smoothie served in a clear glass, topped with chocolate shavings, chia seeds, and a slice of banana.

Chocolate Smoothie Recipe

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A rich, creamy chocolate smoothie made with wholesome ingredients like cocoa, banana, and almond milk. Perfect for a quick breakfast, post-workout boost, or guilt-free dessert. Customizable for vegan, keto, and high-protein diets, this chocolate smoothie is both satisfying and easy to make!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Smoothies
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Serving
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond milk or milk of choice
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ice cubes optional, for thickness

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients, ensuring the banana is ripe for natural sweetness.
  • Add almond milk, banana, cocoa powder, nut butter, chia seeds, and vanilla extract to the blender.
  • Blend for 30–45 seconds or until smooth and creamy.
  • Adjust thickness by adding ice cubes and blending again if desired.
  • Pour into a glass, garnish with a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or a banana slice, and enjoy!
A rich chocolate smoothie served in a clear glass, topped with chocolate shavings, chia seeds, and a slice of banana.
Chocolate Smoothie Recipe

Notes

Vegan Option: Use almond or oat milk and avoid any dairy-based protein powder.
High-Protein Option: Add a scoop of chocolate or vanilla protein powder.
Keto Option: Use unsweetened almond milk, half an avocado for thickness, and a keto-friendly sweetener like stevia.
For a smoothie bowl variation or to explore another superfood smoothie, check out our Acai Smoothie Bowl Recipe—perfect for a wholesome breakfast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 9gFiber: 7g
Keyword Chocolate Smoothie Recipe, Creamy Chocolate Smoothie, Healthy Chocolate Smoothie Recipe, High-Protein Chocolate Smoothie, Vegan Chocolate Smoothie
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