Classic Chocolate Smoothie

Sep 26, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy and naturally sweetened chocolate smoothie made with frozen banana, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and a small amount of fine sea salt for balance.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 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 (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
small pinch fine sea salt

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Instructions

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

Tips

For a vegan version, substitute the milk with almond, soy, or oat milk and use maple syrup instead of honey. Freeze banana slices in advance for a colder, creamier smoothie.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make classic chocolate smoothie?

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

Can I make classic 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 and naturally sweetened chocolate smoothie made with frozen banana, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and a small amount of fine sea salt for balance.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

305 Calories / serving

7.5g Fat

57.3g Carbs

8.7g Protein

40.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~305 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 · 305 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 41 min·2.1 mi·~4100 steps
Moderate cycling 31 min·6.2 mi
Swimming laps 43 min
Jogging 30 min·2.5 mi·~4800 steps
Stair climbing 28 min·~2500 steps
Dancing 50 min
Bodyweight circuit training 31 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 71 min

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