Description
Enjoy a creamy and nutritious Chocolate Banana Smoothie made with ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and your choice of milk. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, this delightful treat is easy to prepare and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- Chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional, for added nutrition)
- Dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Choose two ripe bananas with a few brown spots for optimal sweetness.
- Ensure all ingredients are ready for a smooth preparation process.
- Use a tablespoon to measure out the cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor.
- Shake the almond milk carton well before measuring out one cup.
- Measure one tablespoon of honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter smoothie.
- Measure out one tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter for creaminess.
- Measure half a teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Gather half a cup of ice cubes or use frozen bananas for a creamier texture.
- In a blender, combine the bananas, cocoa powder, almond milk, sweetener (if using), nut butter, and vanilla extract.
- Add the ice cubes to the blender. If using frozen bananas, skip the ice.
- Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Taste the smoothie and add more sweetener if desired, blending again briefly.
- For added nutrition, blend in a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds.
- For extra chocolate flavor, consider adding chocolate protein powder or dark chocolate chips before blending.
- Pour the smoothie into your favorite glasses to showcase its rich color.
- Top with dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs for an elegant touch.
- Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, so dig in right away!
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake or stir before consuming.
- For meal prep, freeze the blended smoothie in ice cube trays for later use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes