Creamy Chocolate Smoothie
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Creamy Chocolate Smoothie
Description
The recipe mixes plant-based almond milk with creamy Greek yogurt and peanut butter for a luscious base. Adding quick oats and ground flaxseed meal introduces body and fiber, while frozen bananas and prunes provide natural sweetness and a creamy mouthfeel. Cocoa powder delivers the chocolate flavor without added sugar. Vanilla extract rounds out the flavors with a subtle aroma.
Blending all ingredients at high speed creates a thick and smooth smoothie that pours easily but feels substantial. The prunes help add richness and sweetness without overpowering the chocolate notes. This drink can serve well as a breakfast replacement or an energy-boosting snack.
Notes suggest adding a pinch of salt to enhance sweetness and the option to garnish with melted chocolate for presentation, although these are not essential.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk unsweetened, or milk of choice
- 1/4 cup quick oats
- 5 prunes
- 2 banana ripe, frozen
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt plain
- 2 Tbsp. peanut butter creamy
- 2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
- 1 Tbsp. ground flaxseed meal
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large high powered blender, add in all of the ingredients and blend on high for 1-2 minutes or until smooth.
- If needed, add more milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
- A small pinch of salt can enhance the natural sweetness of the smoothie.
- For an attractive presentation, garnish the smoothie glass with melted chocolate if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2smoothies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 450 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1smoothie | |
| Calories | 450kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 200mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 1091mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 273IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 423mg | 42% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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