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    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

    Published: Nov 24, 2021 · Modified: May 12, 2023 by Maria Doss · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This Chocolate Avocado Smoothie recipe does not taste like avocado! Made using 5 ingredients, it is creamy, rich, decadent and perfect for picky eaters.

    glass with chocolate avocado smoothie.

    Adding avocado to a smoothie might sound strange, but you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the intensely chocolatey, rich, creamy and decadent taste. It's almost like a chocolate milkshake.

    If you like loading up on avocado and looking for more ways to use it, then make this avocado truffles, chocolate avocado mousse or this chocolate avocado smoothie.

    It's a great way to sneak in avocado into kids, because of the sweet chocolate taste. With only 5 ingredients and about one minute of prep time, the recipe might just become your new go-to smoothie recipe. You might also love this pina colada smoothie or spinach smoothie.

    Select a perfectly ripe avocado without any brown or dark spots, so your drink will not taste bitter. However, the addition of bananas and maple syrup helps to mask any faint bitterness.

    Jump to:
    • Why this recipe works?
    • Ingredients
    • Variations
    • How to make?
    • How to store?
    • Helpful tips
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More chocolate smoothies
    • Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

    Why this recipe works?

    • Chocolate and avocado makes a tasty pairing.
    • Ultra thick and creamy consistency.
    • Flexible recipe. Add more cocoa powder, reduce maple syrup or increase avocado to suit your taste.

    Ingredients

    Scroll down to the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and amounts.

    ingredients needed to make chocolate banana avocado smoothie.
    • Avocado - The key is using perfectly ripe avocados without any dark spots. The center should have a light green color without any blemishes.
    • Banana - Use a ripe speckled fruit for natural sweetness and flavor.
    • Cocoa powder - Use dutch process cocoa powder for deep and rich chocolatey flavor.
    • Milk - Regular whole milk will give a neutral taste. Use any plant based milks such as almond or oat milk instead to make it dairy free.
    • Maple syrup - Just to make it sweet and delicious.

    Pro tip: Keep rock hard avocados on a refrigerator shelf. It ripens slower than the ones left at room temperature, but the ripening is much more even without any brown spots.

    Variations

    These chocolate avocado smoothie recipe is terrific, but here are some ways you can make it your own:

    • Add a tablespoon of rolled oats to keep you full longer and satisfied. Did you know oatmeal can be blended to make a smoothie? Check out my oatmeal smoothie recipe.
    • Flavorings such as ground cinnamon, vanilla extract will be spectacular.
    • Blend half a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
    • Add flax seeds, hemp seeds or chia seeds when blending to add healthy fats.

    How to make?

    You can find full printable recipe below, but here is a quick overview of the procedure along with step-by-step photos.

    pouring milk into a blender with banana, cocoa powder and avoacdo.

    Add sliced banana, scooped avocado, cocoa powder, milk and maple syrup into a blender and blend until very smooth. Pour into a tall glass!

    Tip: Use frozen banana and avocado chunks to make a thicker and creamier chocolate avocado smoothie.

    How to store?

    • Fridge - Both banana and avocado are notorious to oxidize. So, I prefer to serve this smoothie fresh or refrigerated for no longer than one day.
    • Freezer - Pour blended chocolate avocado smoothie into an ice cube tray, freeze overnight until rock hard. To thaw, place a few cubes in a mason jar and let thaw in refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours. Shake and drink.

    Pro tip: Maple syrup is perishable due to its high moisture content. While your unopened bottle of maple syrup will last for several years stored at room temperature, store an opened bottle of maple syrup in the refrigerator to retain the flavor, and also prevent any growth of molds or bacteria.

    3 glasses with chocolate smoothie.

    Helpful tips

    • Select a well ripened avocado without any dark spots.
    • Sweeten to taste
    • Use any high speed blender like Vitamix, Blendtec or NutriBullet.

    Recipe FAQs

    How to scoop out an avocado?

    First, slice an avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit. Insert a spoon between the skin and the flesh, and gently scoop out the flesh.

    Can you taste avocado in smoothies?

    With the amount of cocoa, banana, and maple syrup going into the recipe, there will be no avocado taste. All you taste is a rich and creamy drink.

    Is avocado good in smoothies?

    It adds a creamy and thick texture into smoothies without having to use any additional thickeners like greek yogurt or dates.

    Can you make it without banana?

    Sure can but you are more likely to taste the avocado. If you don't want to add bananas, then try a different fruit like dates, pineapple or mango.

    glass with chocolate banana shake.

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    creamy chocolate smoothie made with avocado in glasses

    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

    Chocolate Avocado Smoothie recipe does not taste like avocado! Made using 5 ingredients, it is creamy, rich, decadent and perfect for picky eaters.
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 Servings
    Calories: 305kcal
    Author: Maria Doss

    Ingredients

    • 1 large banana fresh or frozen
    • ½ medium avocado
    • 1 cup milk
    • 2 to 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
    • 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup or as needed
    • 1 pinch salt

    Blenders

    • Vitamix
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    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
      Tip: Use frozen banana and avocado chunks to make a thicker and creamier chocolate avocado smoothie.

    Notes

    Select a well ripened avocado without any dark spots.
    Sweeten to taste
    Use any high speed blender like Vitamix, Blendtec or NutriBullet.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 131mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 33g

    Nutritional information is based on third party calculations, should be considered estimates and not be construed as a guarantee. Varying factors such as product types, brands purchased, produce, the way ingredients are processed and more change the nutritional information in any recipe.

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