Almond Butter Chocolate Smoothie

Jun 12, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Almond Butter Chocolate Smoothie in a glass

A creamy smoothie blending almond butter, frozen banana, cocoa powder, and a hint of sweetness for a chocolate-flavored treat.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
2.0 tbsp (32.0 g)almond butter
1.0 tbsp (5.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)honey or maple syrup
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
1.0pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender.
Add the frozen banana, almond butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and pinch of fine sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes. Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
Check consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen banana pieces if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use almond milk for a dairy-free version. Adjust sweetness with more or less honey/maple syrup to suit your taste.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make almond butter chocolate smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make almond butter chocolate smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy smoothie blending almond butter, frozen banana, cocoa powder, and a hint of sweetness for a chocolate-flavored treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

496 Calories / serving

25.1g Fat

61.9g Carbs

15.0g Protein

42.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~496 cal · 25g fat · 62g carbs · 15g protein · 42g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 496 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 94 min·5.5 mi·~11000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 67 min·3.4 mi·~6700 steps
Moderate cycling 50 min·10.0 mi
Swimming laps 70 min
Jogging 49 min·4.1 mi·~7850 steps
Stair climbing 46 min·~4150 steps
Dancing 81 min
Bodyweight circuit training 50 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 115 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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