Chocolate Chia Smoothie

Aug 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy chocolate smoothie with chia seeds, banana, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness. It's blended with milk and ice for a smooth, refreshing texture.

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
1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)chia seeds
1.0 tbsp (7.5 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
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

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

Tips

Use maple syrup to keep it vegan. For a thicker smoothie, freeze extra banana slices and add more chia seeds.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate chia smoothie?

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

Can I make chocolate chia 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 chocolate smoothie with chia seeds, banana, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness. It's blended with milk and ice for a smooth, refreshing texture.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

364 Calories / serving

11.2g Fat

62.3g Carbs

10.8g Protein

40.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~364 cal · 11g fat · 62g carbs · 11g protein · 41g sugar

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

Per serving · 364 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 69 min·4.0 mi·~8050 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 49 min·2.5 mi·~4900 steps
Moderate cycling 37 min·7.4 mi
Swimming laps 51 min
Jogging 36 min·3.0 mi·~5750 steps
Stair climbing 34 min·~3050 steps
Dancing 59 min
Bodyweight circuit training 37 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 85 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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