Healthy Chocolate Smoothie
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this Healthy Chocolate Smoothie, a rich blend of wholesome ingredients designed to satisfy your chocolate cravings while nourishing your body. Made with unsweetened almond milk, ripe banana, cocoa powder, and a touch of creamy peanut butter, this smoothie is packed with essential nutrients and natural sweetness. Boost its nutritional power with Greek yogurt and optional spinach leaves, and add rolled oats for a satisfying texture. The result? A velvety, protein-rich chocolate smoothie that's perfect for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Ready in just 5 minutes, this delicious drink can be customized with a drizzle of maple syrup or honey and a sprinkle of chia seeds for an extra touch of flavor and health benefits. Sip, savor, and celebrate the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 1 handful spinach leaves (optional)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 3 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Add the almond milk, banana, cocoa powder, rolled oats, and peanut butter to a blender.
If desired, include the Greek yogurt and spinach leaves for extra creaminess and a nutritional boost.
Sweeten with maple syrup or honey if needed, to your taste preference.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled, refreshing smoothie.
Blend on high until all the ingredients are fully combined and the smoothie has a creamy consistency.
Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder, chia seeds, or a dollop of nut butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 534 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1055 mg | 22% | |
*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.
