Chocolate Cinnamon Smoothie

Sep 2, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie blending milk, frozen banana, unsweetened cocoa, cinnamon, honey, and a pinch of salt for a balanced chocolate and spice flavor.

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 (15.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)honey or maple syrup
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ tsp (1.3 g)ground cinnamon
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
1.0pinch fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen banana, unsweetened cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, fine sea salt, and 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 if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

For a thicker smoothie, use a frozen banana and add ice gradually until desired consistency. Substitute plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate cinnamon smoothie?

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

Can I make chocolate cinnamon 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 milk, frozen banana, unsweetened cocoa, cinnamon, honey, and a pinch of salt for a balanced chocolate and spice flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

326 Calories / serving

8.7g Fat

62.5g Carbs

10.4g Protein

40.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~326 cal · 9g fat · 63g carbs · 10g 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 · 326 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 44 min·2.2 mi·~4400 steps
Moderate cycling 33 min·6.6 mi
Swimming laps 46 min
Jogging 32 min·2.7 mi·~5100 steps
Stair climbing 30 min·~2700 steps
Dancing 53 min
Bodyweight circuit training 33 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 76 min

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