A dairy-free chocolate smoothie made with coconut milk, frozen banana, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of sea salt for a smooth and creamy drink.
Dairy-Free Chocolate Smoothie
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)unsweetened coconut milk beverage
- 1.0 mediumfrozen banana
- 1.0 tbsp (7.5 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
- pinch of fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the unsweetened coconut milk to a high-speed blender.
- Add the frozen banana, unsweetened cocoa powder, a 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and pinch of fine sea salt.
- Add the ice cubes. Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
- Check the consistency. If the smoothie is too thick, blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional coconut milk. If too thin, add a few extra ice cubes or frozen banana chunks and blend again.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- To keep it smooth and creamy, use ripe frozen bananas. You can substitute almond or oat milk for a different dairy-free flavor.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make dairy-free chocolate smoothie?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make dairy-free 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.
Is this drink vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~166 cal · 5g fat · 34g carbs · 3g protein · 16g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 166 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 31 min·1.8 mi·~3650 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 22 min·1.1 mi·~2200 steps
- Moderate cycling 17 min·3.4 mi
- Swimming laps 23 min
- Jogging 16 min·1.3 mi·~2550 steps
- Stair climbing 15 min·~1350 steps
- Dancing 27 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 17 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 39 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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