Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie
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4.8
Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie
Description
The smoothie combines water with whole hazelnuts, raw cacao powder, pitted Medjool dates, and vanilla extract in a high-speed blender. Blending these ingredients first creates a smooth base with concentrated flavors. Adding ice cubes later and blending again produces a chilled, slushy texture. Adjusting ice quantity affects flavor concentration and thickness.
The hazelnuts provide a nutty background that pairs with the rich cacao, while the dates add natural sweetness. This results in a refreshing, mildly sweet smoothie with chocolate depth. Serving immediately preserves the optimal cold, slushy texture.
The recipe's estimated nutrition information covers the full batch, which can be divided into smaller servings if desired. The smoothie is a convenient way to combine nuts, fruit, and chocolate flavors without added dairy.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup water (6 ounces)
- 1/4 cup hazelnut 35 grams; with or without skin, whole
- 1 heaping tablespoon raw cacao powder (7 grams)
- 4 Medjool dates , pitted (73 grams)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 gram
- 6 large ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine the water, hazelnuts, cacao powder, dates, and vanilla in a high-speed blender, and blend until smooth. If you taste it now, keep in mind that the flavor will be diluted when you add the ice.
- Add in the ice cubes and blend again, until a slushy texture is achieved. If you use less ice, the flavor will be more concentrated, adn if you add more, the flavor will be diluted, so keep that in mind.
- Serve right away for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Nutrition information provided is an estimate for the entire batch; consider splitting into two servings for fewer calories.
- For best texture and flavor, serve the smoothie immediately after blending the iced mixture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 457 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 457kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 78g | 26% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 887mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 65g | 130% |
| Vitamin A | 149IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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