Choco Nana Mixer
Indulge in the creamy decadence of the Choco Nana Mixer, a quick and nourishing chocolate banana smoothie that's perfect for busy mornings or an afternoon treat. Made with ripe bananas, rich unsweetened cocoa powder, and your choice of dairy or plant-based milk, this frosty drink is naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and finished with a touch of aromatic vanilla. For a protein-packed twist, add a dollop of peanut or almond butter, while optional dark chocolate shavings provide a luxurious garnish. Ready in just 5 minutes, this smoothie is a wholesome yet indulgent way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Perfect for blending convenience, the Choco Nana Mixer is a dessert-like smoothie that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Banana
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups Milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Peanut butter or almond butter (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them into chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks, cocoa powder, milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
If you'd like a nuttier flavor, add the optional peanut butter or almond butter to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes, depending on your blender.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup.
Pour the Choco Nana Mixer into two glasses.
Optionally, garnish with dark chocolate shavings on top for an extra indulgent touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Choco Nana Mixer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 232 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 496 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1608 mg | 34% | |
*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.
