Chocolate Banana Smoothies
Indulge in the creamy, chocolatey goodness of these Chocolate Banana Smoothies—a quick and wholesome treat perfect for breakfast, a post-workout boost, or dessert! This simple recipe blends ripe bananas, rich unsweetened cocoa powder, and your choice of milk with luscious Greek yogurt for a creamy consistency and natural sweetness. A touch of honey or maple syrup complements the chocolate flavors, while a handful of ice cubes creates a refreshing, frothy finish. Ready in just 5 minutes, this smoothie delivers a satisfying mix of nutrients while satisfying your sweet tooth. Garnish with chocolate chips for an extra indulgent touch. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, chocolate-infused drink packed with flavor and energy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and slice the ripe bananas into small chunks for easier blending.
Add the bananas, unsweetened cocoa powder, milk, Greek yogurt, and honey (or maple syrup) to a blender.
Add the ice cubes to the blender to achieve a cold and frothy texture.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender if necessary.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if desired. Blend again for a few seconds after adjustments.
Pour the smoothie into serving glasses.
Optionally, garnish with chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chocolate Banana Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 97 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 793 mg | 17% | |
*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.
