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Chocolate Smoothie

Cocoa and a small spoon of peanut butter make this breakfast smoothie taste chocolatey and substantial. Frozen banana provides the creamy texture that a milkshake would get from ice cream.

Ready in5 minMakes1 servingCalories · estimated per serving236Total sugar · estimated per serving16g
Cold cocoa-brown chocolate smoothie in a tall glassNon-alcoholic
Step by step

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  1. 01

    Pour the almond milk into a blender, then add cocoa powder and peanut butter.

  2. 02

    Add frozen banana and ice, then blend until the cocoa is fully dispersed and no banana pieces remain.

  3. 03

    Taste before adding anything sweet; ripe banana usually balances the cocoa.

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Easy swaps

  • Use unsweetened soy milk for a more protein-rich version; the label changes the estimate.
  • For a nut-free drink, omit peanut butter and use dairy or soy milk; the smoothie will be less rich.

Mixpert tips

  • Add cocoa with the liquid so dry powder does not stick under the lid.
  • Choose a very ripe banana before freezing; underripe banana makes this taste less sweet.
Good to know

Chocolate Smoothie FAQs

Can I use chocolate milk instead of almond milk?

You can, but chocolate milk adds sweetness and changes the balance with unsweetened cocoa and peanut butter. Start with the same liquid amount and taste before adding anything else. The published nutrition is for unsweetened almond milk, so check the chocolate milk label for the variation.

Is this the same as a chocolate milkshake?

No. It is thickened by frozen banana and peanut butter rather than ice cream.

Can I make this chocolate smoothie without banana?

Try frozen avocado plus a measured sweetener, but both flavor and nutrition will change substantially.

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