Chocolate Orange Holiday Smoothie

Sep 8, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Chocolate Orange Holiday Smoothie in a glass

A creamy and festive smoothie combining sweet orange segments with rich unsweetened cocoa for a balanced holiday treat.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 cup (180.0 g)orange segments
1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 cup (240.0 g)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
Add the orange segments, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes and fine sea salt.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check consistency. Add 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

Use fresh orange segments for the best flavor. To make it dairy-free, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate orange holiday smoothie?

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

Can I make chocolate orange holiday 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 and festive smoothie combining sweet orange segments with rich unsweetened cocoa for a balanced holiday treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

220 Calories / serving

7.3g Fat

34.8g Carbs

9.0g Protein

26.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~220 cal · 7g fat · 35g carbs · 9g protein · 27g sugar

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

Per serving · 220 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 42 min·2.5 mi·~4900 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 30 min·1.5 mi·~3000 steps
Moderate cycling 22 min·4.4 mi
Swimming laps 31 min
Jogging 22 min·1.8 mi·~3500 steps
Stair climbing 20 min·~1800 steps
Dancing 36 min
Bodyweight circuit training 22 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 51 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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