Chocolate avocado smoothie
This Chocolate Avocado Smoothie combines creamy avocado, sweet banana, and rich cocoa for a nutritious treat. Blended with almond milk and water, it makes a perfect snack or breakfast option.
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
3/4 cup almond milk1/2 avocado
1/2 banana
1 tbsp dry cocoa powder
1/2 cup water
Indulge in a luscious and nutritious treat with this Chocolate Avocado Smoothie. Perfect for a morning boost or an afternoon snack, this smoothie blends the creamy richness of avocado with the natural sweetness of banana, all enhanced by the deep flavors of cocoa powder and smooth almond milk.
Instructions:
- Start by gathering all the ingredients: almond milk, avocado, banana, dry cocoa powder, and water.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and measure 100g.
- Peel and measure 50g of banana.
- Place the measured avocado, banana, almond milk (180g), dry cocoa powder (5g), and water (120g) in a blender.
- Secure the blender lid tightly.
- Blend on a high setting until all the ingredients are completely smooth and well combined. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on the power of your blender.
- If you prefer a thinner smoothie, you can add a little more water or almond milk and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass.
- Enjoy your creamy and delicious Chocolate Avocado Smoothie fresh!
This Chocolate Avocado Smoothie is a perfect harmony of flavors and textures, providing a nutritious yet decadent beverage. Whether enjoyed as a quick breakfast or a post-workout snack, it’s bound to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
Chocolate avocado smoothie FAQ:
Blend the ingredients on a high setting for about 1-2 minutes, or until completely smooth and well combined. The exact time may vary based on your blender's power.
Yes, you can substitute almond milk with any non-dairy milk such as oat milk, coconut milk, or soy milk. You can also use regular cow's milk if you prefer.
You can increase the sweetness by adding a bit of honey, maple syrup, or another sweetener to taste. Alternatively, using a riper banana can also enhance natural sweetness.
If you have leftover smoothie, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. However, it best enjoyed fresh as it may separate or change texture when stored.
You can substitute the banana with a similar soft fruit, such as mango or a couple of medjool dates for sweetness. Keep in mind that it may alter the flavor and texture.
Tips:
- For a colder smoothie, use a frozen banana or add a handful of ice cubes.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding a sweetener of your choice, like honey, maple syrup, or a low-calorie alternative.
- Blend thoroughly to ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- Feel free to customize by adding a scoop of protein powder for an extra nutritional boost.
- Use unsweetened almond milk to keep the calorie count low and to avoid added sugars.
Nutrition per serving
1 ServingsCalories 250kcal
Protein 4.42g
Carbohydrates 24g
Fiber 10g
Sugar 9g
Fat 18g
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