A creamy, rich chocolate smoothie made with banana, cocoa powder, and milk—perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious snack, breakfast, or post-workout treat.
Author:Laura
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes
Yield:1 large or 2 small servings
Category:Smoothie, Beverage, Snack
Method:Blended
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 ripe banana (preferably frozen)
1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond, oat, or soy)
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter (optional)
1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for thicker texture)
Instructions
Add the banana, milk, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup (if using), nut butter, vanilla extract, and ice cubes (if using) to a blender.
Blend on high speed for 30–60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
Check consistency: add more milk to thin or more ice/frozen banana to thicken.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use frozen banana for a thicker, creamier smoothie.
Add a scoop of protein powder for extra nutrition.
Spinach can be added for a nutrient boost without changing the flavor.