Description
This Avocado Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie is a creamy, nutritious, and indulgent drink combining ripe avocado, banana, peanut butter, and rich cocoa powder. Perfect for a quick breakfast or energizing snack, it’s naturally sweetened and can be adapted with your choice of milk and sweeteners.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Dairy Alternatives
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 1 banana
- 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
Flavorings and Sweeteners
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Pit and peel the avocado, peel the banana, and gather all other ingredients to have them ready for blending.
- Combine in Blender: Place the avocado, banana, almond milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, peanut butter, and vanilla extract in a blender. Add honey or maple syrup if you want extra sweetness.
- Blend Smooth: Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy. If you prefer a colder smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again until the ice is fully crushed and the smoothie is chilled.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve the smoothie fresh to enjoy its creamy texture and rich flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of choice, such as cow’s milk, oat milk, or soy milk.
- Adjust honey or maple syrup to your preferred sweetness or omit it for a less sweet smoothie.
- Adding ice cubes makes for a colder, more refreshing drink, especially on warm days.
- For a thicker texture, use frozen banana slices.
- This smoothie is best consumed immediately after preparation to preserve freshness and texture.
