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    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

    Published: Jan 25, 2019 · Updated: Mar 22, 2022 by Natalie · 66 Comments

    This Chocolate Avocado Smoothie is incredibly creamy and delicious, packed with dark chocolate flavor, nutrients and superfoods. It's filling and yet super easy to make. Perfect mood-boosting breakfast that will satisfy all your morning needs.

    Table of contents
    • Ingredients used
    • How to make Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
    • Substitutions
    • Smoothie variations
    • Tips for storing
    • Recipe tips
    • 📖 Recipe
    • More recipes to try
    • 💬 Comments
    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie PIN

    Lately, I have had terrible mood swings. My hormones are on a rampage. I'm under a lot of stress, so it's no wonder. To help my body cope with mounting stress and exhaustion, I'm now practicing yoga in the morning followed by a big, nutritious breakfast. 

    I found dark chocolate to be a real heal with reliving some of my stress. So that's why one of my favorite breakfasts includes this amazing ingredient. 

    Creating a balanced but indulging chocolate breakfast is kinda "my thing" so last week I made this delicious, heavenly creamy Chocolate Avocado Smoothie. This smoothie has everything I need atm. It's:

    • Thick, smooth and velvety, incredibly creamy.  
    • Full of amazing dark chocolate flavor.
    • Sweet but made without any added sugars.
    • Very satisfying and nutritious.
    • Packed with superfoods - avocado, cacao and spinach!
    • Easy to make with only a few simple ingredients.
    • Ready in 5 minutes!
    • A delicious meal you can enjoy for breakfast or when you need to energize.

    Ingredients used

    You will need only a few simple ingredients for this healthy chocolate avocado smoothie recipe.

    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie ingredients
    • Avocado. It is my favorite fatty friend. I use it daily in my salads, or to make Avocado Toast. But avocado is great in smoothies too. It adds extra creaminess but nutrients as well. Avocado is packed with Omega-3s that are heart-healthy and anti-inflammatory. It's also rich in magnesium, potassium, fiber, and essential vitamins. (Source)
    • Cacao powder. I always use unprocessed raw cacao powder that is bitter, deep-flavored, and so incredibly healthy. Cacao powder is packed with powerful antioxidants that have been linked to many health benefits.
    • Spinach. I used baby spinach. It's delicate and mildly sweet. Spinach is packed with fibers good for our digestion, and powerful antioxidants, like vitamin C. It's also rich in vitamin K, folic acid, iron, and calcium. (Source)
    • Banana. It's packed with many nutrients, especially gut-friendly fibers, very filling and great for energizing the body. Ripe banana is best here because it gives sweetness so there's no need for adding extra sugars.
    • Milk of choice. I used unsweetened almond milk, but you can use any milk you like in this recipe, dairy or plant-based.
    • Sweetener (optional): See "Recipe tips" for recommendations.

    To give this cacao avocado smoothie some extra flavor and more boost, I also tossed in:

    • Hemp seeds. They are an excellent source of proteins.
    • Ceylon cinnamon. It gave extra flavor but also cinnamon is packed with powerful antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory properties. (Source)
    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie served in a smoothie glass topped with goji berries and chocolate

    How to make Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

    Making this avocado chocolate smoothie is quite easy. It will take you 5 minutes and all you need is a good blender.

    Step by step instructions

    • Start with preparing and measuring all the ingredients. I use measuring cups.
    • Take the blender and add all ingredients. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending.
    • Mix everything at high speed until you get a smooth texture.
    • If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
    • Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough to your taste. (See "Recipe tips" section for sweetener recommendation)
    • Transfer the smoothie into a smoothie glass. 
    • Add toppings (optional): I goji berries and cacao nibs. Be creative here and add toppings you like. 
    • Serve and enjoy!

    This makes 1 serving that serves 1 person as a full meal or 2 servings as a light meal.

    Chocolate banana avocado smoothie served in a smoothie glass topped with goji berries and chocolate

    Substitutions

    • You can use any dairy or plant-based milk here except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here.  
    • You can substitute hemp seeds with ground flax seeds or chia seeds.
    • You can substitute spinach with kale.

    Smoothie variations

    • Make it without banana. Note: in this case, you will need to add extra sweetener.
    • Make it weight-loss friendly: Make it without banana to cut calories.
    • Make it vegan: Use plant-based milk.
    • Make it keto: Omit banana. Add in 1 teaspoon MCT oil.
    Healthy Chocolate Avocado Smoothie served in a smoothie glass topped with goji berries and chocolate

    Tips for storing

    • Store in a glass jar with a lid or shaker and keep refrigerated for up to one day.
    • If you left the smoothie standing too long it will set. Don't forget to shake or stir before drinking!
    • Remember, all smoothies oxidate when left standing. That's not bad. But to reap all benefits from ingredients, it's best to have the smoothie freshly made.

    Recipe tips

    • When adding ingredients to a blender, always add the liquids first. Doing this will help your blender run easily and this will prevent making lumps.
    • Use a high-power blender to ensure everything blends well and the smoothie is silky smooth. 
    • Frozen banana is the best for making this smoothie. It blends into a thick very refreshing drink that gives you a cold punch.
    • If you don't have a frozen banana at hand, just slice the banana and pop it in the freezer for at least 1 hour. Or just add in some ice cubes, for that cool kick.
    • If the smoothie is too thick, add more liquids, water (recommended) or milk, until you achieve desired consistency. It should be runny but not too watery.
    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie served in a smoothie glass topped with goji berries and chocolate

    Sweetener recommendation

    This smoothie uses banana as a natural sweetener. I don't recommend adding any extra sugar. But if you find smoothie not sweet enough, you can add some. Be mindful though.

    • Add 1-2 dates, date syrup, liquid honey, or maple syrup.
    • If you are using dates, make sure you soak them in warm water for at least 10 minutes. Drain them before using them.
    • Stevia or any low-carb sweetener is a good option too.
    • Coconut sugar or any other cristal sugar won't work well here. It will not dissolve well in a cold smoothie mixture.
    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie served in a smoothie glass topped with goji berries and chocolate

    You may also like:

    • Cacao Walnut Brownies
    • Chocolate Oatemal Porridge
    • Chocolate Banana Waffles
    • Chocolate Banana Pancakes

    This creamy Chocolate Avocado Smoothie is not only delicious beyond words but also very nutritious - high in protein, fiber, healthy fats. It has everything your body needs. It's a full meal. + It has some amazing anti-inflammatory properties too and it's loaded with antioxidants.

    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie is the perfect breakfast smoothie. But you can enjoy this beauty any time of the day. It's an ideal snack to satisfy your chocolate craving. So rich and velvety! So so good!

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    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie served in a smoothie glass topped with goji berries and chocolate

    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

    By Natalie
    This Chocolate Avocado Smoothie is incredibly creamy and delicious, packed with dark chocolate flavor, nutrients and superfoods. It's filling and yet super easy to make. Perfect mood-boosting breakfast that will satisfy all your morning needs.
    4.9 from 103 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Breakfast, Smoothie
    Cuisine American, International
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 452 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ cup almond milk
    • ½ banana
    • ½ avocado
    • 2 tablespoon cacao powder
    • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
    • ½ teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
    • Handfull of fresh spinach

    Instructions
     

    • Take the blender and add all ingredients. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending.
    • Mix everything at high speed until you get a smooth texture.
    • If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
    • Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough to your taste.
    • Transfer the smoothie into a smoothie glass.
    • Add toppings (optional): I goji berries and cacao nibs. Be creative here and add toppings you like.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml). This makes 1 serving that serves 1 person as a full meal or 2 servings as a light meal.
    Substitutions
    • You can use any dairy or plant-based milk here except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here.  
    • You can substitute hemp seeds with ground flax seeds or chia seeds.
    • You can substitute spinach with kale.
    Smoothie variations
    • Make it without a banana. Note: in this case, you will need to add extra sweetener.
    • Make it weight-loss friendly: Make it without banana to cut calories.
    • Make it keto: Omit banana. Add in 1 teaspoon MCT oil.
    Store in a glass jar with a lid or shaker and keep refrigerated for up to one day.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 1455mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3790IU | Vitamin C: 23.6mg | Calcium: 528mg | Iron: 6.5mg
    Keyword avocado chocolate smoothie, cacao avocado smoothie, chocolate avocado smoothie, chocolate banana avocado smoothie, chocolate smoothie healthy, healthy chocolate avocado smoothie
    Tried this recipe?Don’t forget to rate it and leave the comment. I would love to hear what you think.
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

    This post is originally published in January 2019. It's updated with new information and republished in March 2022. The recipe stayed the same.

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    About Natalie

    Natalie Knezic is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She's also a certified nutrition coach and weight loss specialist. She actively coaches, creates recipes and writes about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more.

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    Comments

    1. Patty K-P says

      January 25, 2019 at 8:07 pm

      5 stars
      What a way to jump start my day!

      Reply
    2. Noelle says

      January 25, 2019 at 7:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love this smoothie!! Thank you

      Reply
    3. Byron Thomas says

      January 25, 2019 at 7:38 pm

      5 stars
      Listen, if your mood swings inspire you to make smoothies like this, then keep having mood swings! LOL (My apologies to your husband. LOL) I've still to try your warm matcha green tea latte, and now I want to try this one too! Keep them coming!!

      Reply
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