Chocolate Vanilla Smoothie
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Chocolate Vanilla Smoothie, a healthier take on a classic dessert-inspired treat! Featuring a perfect duo of unsweetened cocoa powder and vanilla Greek yogurt, this smoothie strikes a delightful balance between chocolatey intensity and creamy sweetness. Blended with a naturally sweet banana, almond milk, and a touch of vanilla extract, it’s a quick and nourishing breakfast or snack that comes together in just 5 minutes. Customize the sweetness with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, and elevate the indulgence with optional dark chocolate shavings. Packed with protein, calcium, and a dose of chocolate bliss, this refreshing recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a guilt-free fix. Serve it up chilled for a crave-worthy treat that’s equal parts wholesome and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Banana
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (vanilla flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- 4 whole Ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon Dark chocolate shavings (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks, almond milk, vanilla Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
Add honey or maple syrup to taste if you'd like the smoothie sweeter.
Throw in the ice cubes and blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses.
Optionally, garnish with dark chocolate shavings for an extra indulgent touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.4 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 709 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 969 mg | 21% | |
*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.
