Chocolate Monkey Smoothie
Indulge in the creamy decadence of the Chocolate Monkey Smoothie, a quick and delicious blend that’s perfect for breakfast or an energizing snack. This healthy yet indulgent treat combines ripe banana, rich peanut butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and velvety almond milk, delivering a luscious chocolatey flavor with a hint of natural sweetness. Ready in just 5 minutes, this smoothie is naturally sweetened with honey (optional) and enhanced with ice cubes for a refreshingly chilled texture. For an extra touch of luxury, garnish with dark chocolate shavings. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this smoothie is a guilt-free pleasure that satisfies your sweet tooth while nourishing your body. Perfect for busy mornings or a post-workout pick-me-up!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 Banana
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
- 5 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into smaller chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the banana, unsweetened almond milk, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and honey (if using).
Add the ice cubes to the blender to give the smoothie a chill and creamy texture.
Blend all ingredients on high until smooth and creamy. This should take about 30–60 seconds, depending on your blender.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding a little more honey if needed. Blend again briefly to mix.
Pour the smoothie into a serving glass.
Optionally, garnish with dark chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence.
Serve immediately with a straw or spoon and enjoy your Chocolate Monkey Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 453 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 770 mg | 16% | |
*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.
