Description
Enjoy a deliciously creamy Chocolate Avocado Smoothie that blends ripe avocado with rich cocoa powder, sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast or a refreshing snack, this nutritious drink is both satisfying and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- Optional toppings: sliced banana, chia seeds, or shredded coconut
Instructions
- Select a ripe avocado: Choose an avocado that yields slightly to gentle pressure. If it’s too firm, let it ripen at room temperature for a day or two.
- Cut the avocado: Halve the avocado lengthwise and scoop out the flesh from one half. Save the other half for another recipe or enjoy it on toast.
- Measure the cocoa powder: Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for a richer flavor.
- Sweeten to taste: Measure out honey or maple syrup, starting with two tablespoons, and adjust based on your sweetness preference.
- Gather the milk: Pour one cup of almond milk or your preferred milk. For a creamier texture, consider using coconut milk or whole milk.
- Prepare the ice: Gather about half a cup of ice cubes to chill your smoothie.
- Add ingredients to blender: In a blender, combine the avocado flesh, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth: Blend on high speed for 30 seconds to a minute until creamy. Add more milk if the mixture is too thick.
- Add ice: Add the ice cubes and blend again until fully incorporated for a refreshing texture.
- Taste and adjust: Taste the smoothie and add more honey or maple syrup if desired, blending again briefly.
- Choose your glass: Select a tall glass or mason jar for serving.
- Pour the smoothie: Pour the smoothie into your glass, using a spatula to scrape the sides of the blender.
- Add toppings: Top with sliced banana, chia seeds, or shredded coconut for added flavor and texture.
- Enjoy immediately: This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh. Grab a straw or spoon and savor the creamy, chocolatey goodness!
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. The texture may change, so shake or stir before drinking.
- Freeze the blended mixture in ice cube trays for a quick treat. Blend a few cubes with milk when ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes