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Vegan Chocolate Banana Breakfast Smoothie - Creamy, Energizing, and Easy

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Ripe bananas (fresh or, ideally, frozen)
  • Unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, oat, soy, or cashew)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder or cacao powder
  • Nut or seed butter (peanut, almond, cashew, or sunflower)
  • Maple syrup or dates (optional, for added sweetness)
  • Vanilla extract
  • Ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional, for fiber and omega-3s)
  • Plant-based protein powder (optional, chocolate or vanilla)
  • Ice (optional, for extra thickness if using fresh bananas)
  • Pinch of salt (small but important for flavor)

Method
 

  1. Prep your bananas. For the best texture, slice ripe bananas and freeze them in a bag or container. If using fresh bananas, have a handful of ice ready.
  2. Add liquids first. Pour 1 to 1 1/4 cups of plant milk into your blender. Starting with liquid helps everything blend smoothly.
  3. Layer in the flavor. Add 1–2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. The salt enhances the chocolate flavor.
  4. Boost it up. Add 1 tablespoon nut or seed butter for creaminess and staying power. If you’d like more fiber, add 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia.
  5. Sweeten to taste. If your bananas aren’t super ripe, add 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or 1 pitted date. Start small; you can always blend in more.
  6. Protein option. If you want extra protein, add 1 scoop of plant-based protein powder. Chocolate or vanilla both work well.
  7. Add the bananas. Use 1 large frozen banana (or two smaller). If using fresh bananas, add 1 cup of ice.
  8. Blend until creamy. Start low, then increase to high for 30–45 seconds. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk. If it’s too thin, add more banana or ice.
  9. Taste and adjust. Need more chocolate? Add a bit more cocoa. Want it sweeter? Add a touch more maple syrup. Balance is key.
  10. Serve immediately. Pour into a tall glass and enjoy. For a little flair, top with cacao nibs, a dusting of cocoa, or sliced banana.