Chocolate Vanilla Smoothie

Jul 30, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie blending frozen banana, cocoa powder, and pure vanilla extract for balanced chocolate and vanilla flavor, sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)honey or maple syrup
1.0 tsp (5.0 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 first.
Add the frozen banana, unsweetened cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt.
Add the ice cubes last.
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 fruit if too thin.
Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use fully frozen banana slices for extra creaminess. Substitute plant-based milk to make it dairy free.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate vanilla smoothie?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make chocolate vanilla 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 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. 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 frozen banana, cocoa powder, and pure vanilla extract for balanced chocolate and vanilla flavor, sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

311 Calories / serving

7.5g Fat

57.3g Carbs

8.6g Protein

40.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~311 cal · 8g fat · 57g carbs · 9g 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 · 311 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 59 min·3.4 mi·~6900 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 42 min·2.1 mi·~4200 steps
Moderate cycling 32 min·6.4 mi
Swimming laps 44 min
Jogging 30 min·2.5 mi·~4800 steps
Stair climbing 29 min·~2600 steps
Dancing 51 min
Bodyweight circuit training 32 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 72 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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