Quick and easy, Chocolate Banana Smoothie is a plant based meal you can whip up in minutes. Creamy, cool and sweet, this simple smoothie recipe is packed with protein and perfect for breakfast, lunch or snacks.

Chocolate Banana Smoothie in a small pilsner glass with coconut shavings and chocolate chips on top.


Chocolate Banana Smoothie

I’m a chocoholic. Sweets are totally my jam but they’re also my downfall because I just can’t get enough. So, I’m always looking for ways to satisfy my sweet tooth while still fueling up.

This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie recipe is a favorite of mine because it’s ready in just a couple minutes with ingredients I keep around ALL THE TIME. And it’s rich, chocolate-y flavor totally checks the box when I’m looking for a sweet treat to indulge in.

Made with healthy ingredients, this easy smoothie recipe is a hit with the kids making it the perfect mid-day snack.

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How To Make A Chocolate Banana Smoothie

This Chocolate Banana Smoothie is a cinch to make in just a couple minutes.

  1. Add ripe, frozen bananas, Vanilla Protein Powder, your favorite yogurt, Unsweetened Almond Milk, Almond Butter, cocoa powder and coconut flakes to a blender.
  2. Blend together in a blender until smooth.
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy.
Chocolate Banana Smoothie with protein powder, almond milk and almond butter in the background.

Variations to Try

  • Swap out the almond butter with Peanut Butter for a creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie.
  • Sweeten it up by mixing in a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
  • Make it extra chocolate with chocolate protein powder instead of vanilla.
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Chocolate Banana Smoothie in a small pilsner glass with coconut shavings and chocolate chips on top.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Banana Smoothie Recipe

This easy plant based Chocolate Banana Smoothie is rich, creamy and cool. The perfect snack or light breakfast and a great post workout recovery meal!
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Ingredients

  • 1 banana, peeled and frozen
  • 1 cup plain low fat yogurt, soy or coconut or your favorite dairy yogurt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp Plant Based Protein Powder
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes

Equipment

  • blender

Instructions 

  • Place all the ingredients into the pitcher of a high powered blender.
  • Blend the ingredients together until smooth, approximately 1-2 minutes.
  • Divide the smoothie between 2 8-ounce glasses or 4 4-ounce glasses and serve immediately.

Notes

Chocolate Banana Smoothies can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and serve cold.
Calories: 102kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 118mg, Potassium: 301mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 50IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 159mg, Iron: 1mg