Heart-Healthy Creamy Chocolate Smoothie

Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Chocolate Smoothie, a decadent yet nutritious blend that’s perfect for any time of day. Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, this smoothie combines rich cocoa powder, creamy avocado, and naturally sweet frozen banana for a velvety texture and chocolatey flavor. With nutrient-powerhouses like chia and flaxseeds, plus an extra boost of fresh spinach, this dairy-free recipe is a heart-smart way to satisfy your cravings. Featuring unsweetened almond milk and an optional touch of honey or maple syrup, it’s naturally sweetened and ready in just 10 minutes. Serve it as a wholesome breakfast, an energizing snack, or a healthy dessert that feels indulgent without compromising your health goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup Almond milk, unsweetened
• 1 large Frozen banana
• 0.5 medium Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
• 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
• 1 handful Spinach, fresh
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 5 pieces Ice cubes
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Gather all the ingredients and ensure the banana is peeled and frozen for optimal creaminess.

Step 2

2. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out half of the flesh into a blender.

Step 3

3. Add the almond milk, frozen banana, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and a handful of fresh spinach to the blender.

Step 4

4. Pour in the pure vanilla extract and add the ice cubes.

Step 5

5. Blend all ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy. If desired, add honey or maple syrup to taste, and blend once more.

Step 6

6. Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(674.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	436.2

Total Fat 22.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 236.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 10.7g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 557.4mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1364.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 49.2%