Guilt Free Candy Bar Smoothie
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this rich and creamy Guilt Free Candy Bar Smoothie—a decadent treat that’s as nourishing as it is indulgent. Packed with wholesome ingredients like frozen banana, creamy almond butter, and antioxidant-rich unsweetened cocoa powder, this smoothie tastes like your favorite chocolatey candy bar but without the added guilt. Naturally sweetened with Medjool dates and blended with unsweetened almond milk, it’s a gluten-free, dairy-free delight that’s perfect for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or dessert. With a hint of vanilla and the crunch of chia seeds, it’s ready in just 5 minutes and can be easily topped with dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs for an extra touch of luxury. Indulge in this healthy yet satisfying smoothie today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 pieces medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon natural almond butter
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 3 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon optional dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and slice a ripe banana, then freeze it for at least 4 hours or use a pre-frozen banana for convenience.
Add the frozen banana, almond milk, pitted Medjool dates, almond butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and ice cubes to a blender.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness, if desired, by adding an extra date.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and garnish with dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your guilt-free candy bar smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 552 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 867 mg | 18% | |
*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.
