Chocolate Smoothie

Ingredients

Base Ingredients:

• 1 banana (ripe, for natural sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based like almond or oat)
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
• ½ cup ice cubes

Optional Add-ins:

• 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
• 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon or vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons oats (for thickness and fiber)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients Peel the banana and gather all ingredients.
2. Blend Add banana, cocoa powder, milk, sweetener (if using), and ice into a blender.
3. Add Extras Include any optional add-ins for extra nutrition or flavor.
4. Blend Until Smooth Blend for 30–60 seconds until creamy and smooth.
5. Adjust Consistency Add more milk if too thick or more ice if too thin.
6. Serve Immediately Pour into a glass and enjoy fresh.

Nutrition

Calories: 250–350 kcal · Protein: 8–15 g (depending on additions) · Fat: 8–12 g · Carbohydrates: 30–40 g · Fiber: 4–6 g · Sugar: Natural sugars from fruit