A Healthy Chocolate Smoothie

Indulge your chocolate cravings the healthy way with this creamy and nutrient-packed Healthy Chocolate Smoothie. Perfect for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a guilt-free dessert, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients like unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana, natural peanut butter, and chia seeds for a rich, velvety texture. Unsweetened cocoa powder brings the bold chocolate flavor, while a touch of honey or maple syrup adds natural sweetness. Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, this smoothie is as effortless as it is satisfying. Packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, it’s a delightful way to fuel your day while sticking to your wellness goals. Serve it chilled with a sprinkle of cocoa or chia seeds for an extra touch of elegance!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 medium frozen banana
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 pieces ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Gather all the ingredients and ensure the banana is frozen for better texture.

Step 2

Add the almond milk, frozen banana, cocoa powder, peanut butter, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract into a blender.

Step 3

Add the ice cubes to the blender for a thicker and colder smoothie.

Step 4

Blend the ingredients on high speed for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding a small amount of honey or maple syrup.

Step 6

Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chia seeds for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	406 grams (406.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	336

Total Fat 16.00g	21%
Saturated Fat 3.10g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 219mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 48.50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 11.70g	42%
Total Sugars 22.00g
Protein 10.70g	21%

Vitamin D 88IU	439%
Calcium 516mg	40%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 807mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 50.9%