Description
This Avocado Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie is a creamy, nutritious blend perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Combining ripe avocado, banana, almond milk, cocoa powder, and peanut butter, it offers a decadent chocolate taste with healthy fats and protein. Sweetened optionally with honey or maple syrup, it’s a delicious and filling smoothie that energizes your day in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 1 banana
Liquids & Flavorings
- 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Others
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients: ripe avocado, banana, almond milk, cocoa powder, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and sweetener if using. Peel and pit the avocado and peel the banana to get ready for blending.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the avocado, banana, almond milk, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and vanilla extract into a blender. Add honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness, if desired.
- Blend: Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a colder smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again until the ice is fully incorporated and the texture is silky.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses immediately to enjoy at the freshest and creamiest consistency.
- Enjoy: Drink the smoothie right away for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by varying the amount of honey or syrup.
- Almond milk can be substituted with any plant-based or dairy milk.
- Adding ice cubes will make the smoothie thicker and colder.
- For added protein, consider adding a scoop of protein powder.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
