Description

This chocolate banana smoothie is the perfect blend of natural sweetness and rich chocolate flavor. It’s creamy, nutritious, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you enjoy it as a quick breakfast, post-workout drink, or healthy dessert, this smoothie is a go-to for any occasion. Made with wholesome ingredients, it’s naturally sweet, dairy-optional, and easily customizable.

Ingredients

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2 medium bananas, frozen
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
4-5 ice cubes (if bananas aren’t frozen)

Optional Add-Ins:

¼ cup Greek yogurt (for extra creaminess)
1 tablespoon nut butter (for richness)
1 scoop protein powder (for a protein boost)
1 teaspoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (for fiber)
¼ teaspoon espresso powder (for a mocha twist)

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Slice and freeze the bananas ahead of time for a thicker texture.
Blend the Base: Add frozen bananas, milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and any additional ingredients to a blender.
Blend Until Smooth: Start on low speed, gradually increasing to high. Blend for 30-45 seconds or until completely smooth.
Taste and Adjust: Check for sweetness and add honey/maple syrup if needed. Adjust thickness with more milk if necessary.
Serve Immediately: Pour into a glass, garnish as desired, and enjoy!

Notes

For a richer taste, use dark chocolate instead of cocoa powder.
To make it extra thick, freeze the milk into ice cubes before blending.
If you like a sweeter smoothie, opt for ripe bananas.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Category: Drinks
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1-2
Calories: 180
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 3g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0g