Cheeky Chocolate Smoothie
Indulge in the decadent yet guilt-free delight of the Cheeky Chocolate Smoothie, a velvety blend that’s as wholesome as it is satisfying. This quick and creamy chocolate smoothie combines the richness of unsweetened cocoa powder with the natural sweetness of a frozen banana, elevated by a hint of vanilla and the nutty goodness of natural peanut butter. Chia seeds add a boost of nutrients, while a drizzle of maple syrup rounds out the flavor with just the right touch of sweetness. Perfectly chilled with ice cubes and optionally topped with dark chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence, this 5-minute recipe is a dream come true for breakfast, post-workout refueling, or a guilt-free dessert. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and irresistibly delicious—this smoothie is your new go-to chocolate fix!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large frozen banana
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Add the almond milk, frozen banana, cocoa powder, peanut butter, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and chia seeds to a blender.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again for 30 seconds to make the smoothie cold and extra frothy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding a little more maple syrup if desired.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and garnish with dark chocolate shavings if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheeky Chocolate Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 221 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 882 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
