Chocolate Monkey
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of the Chocolate Monkey—a creamy banana chocolate smoothie that’s as wholesome as it is delicious! This quick and easy recipe blends the natural sweetness of a ripe banana with the deep, decadent flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder, enhanced by a hint of peanut butter and a touch of honey or maple syrup for balance. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a guilt-free dessert, this smoothie comes together in just 5 minutes with the option to customize using dairy or plant-based milk. Chill it with ice cubes, infuse it with vanilla extract, and finish with a sprinkle of chocolate chips for a touch of indulgence. A refreshing, satisfying treat that feels like a dessert but fuels like a meal—welcome to your new go-to chocolate fix!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece ripe banana
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 2 teaspoons chocolate chips or shaved chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the ripe banana and add it to a blender.
Pour in the milk (dairy or plant-based) into the blender.
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder and peanut butter.
Sweeten with honey or maple syrup and add the vanilla extract.
Drop in 4 ice cubes to chill and thicken the drink.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate intensity, if desired, by adding another small drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Pour the Chocolate Monkey into a tall glass.
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of chocolate chips or shaved chocolate for extra indulgence.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chocolate Monkey drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.8 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1070 mg | 23% | |
*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.
