You only need 5 ingredients to make this thick and ultra creamy chocolate avocado smoothie! It is naturally sugar-free, dairy-free and tastes like a rich chocolate pudding.
I have been making one of these smoothies every day this week. Because, a day that starts with chocolate is a great day!
If you have ever wondered if chocolate smoothies can be healthy, then this recipe is the proof.
This avocado chocolate smoothie is not only filling and satisfying - the ideal breakfast drink or post-workout smoothie.
It is also super duper healthy: full of antioxidants, nutrients and healthy fats from the avocado.
It's no secret that chocolate and avocado are a dream team. I have a bunch of recipes using the combo on my website, from chocolate avocado mousse to chocolate avocado ice cream to this fudgy chocolate avocado cake.
I follow a low carb diet. Therefore, my recipe does not contain any sugar or banana. In fact, it is a keto chocolate smoothie with just 4.8g net carbs per portion.
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🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Packed with nutrients and healthy fats
- Filling
- Rich, chocolatey flavor
- Creamy texture
- Dairy-free and vegan
- Sugar-free and keto friendly
Ingredients
- Avocado - must be ripe and without black spots. This is essential for the success of the recipe.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder - or cacao powder for even more chocolate flavor
- Almond milk - Any nut milk works, or coconut milk. I like unsweetened almond milk because it is very low in carbs.
- Sweetener - Make sure your sugar substitute is powdered. I used Bocha Sweet.
- Vanilla extract - This is optional, but it really enhances the taste.
- Ice cubes - Also optional. To cool the smoothie.
I stick to a sugar-free diet, which is the reason I used a sugar-free sweetener instead of maple syrup, honey, agave or coconut sugar. But of course, you can use those instead.
If natural sugar is not a concern for you, feel free to also add half a banana or 2 dates to the recipe as well. That's how my teens like this smoothie.
Instructions
It couldn't be easier to make a healthy chocolate avocado smoothie recipe. As you may have guessed, it is just 2 simple steps.
Step 1: Put all ingredients in a high speed blender.
Step 2: Blend until smooth.
Top tip
This smoothie is pretty thick. In fact, you could almost eat it with a spoon. You can easily thin it out with a little extra almond milk if you prefer.
Or, to make it even thicker, add more avocado. Then, you can also serve it as a chocolate avocado smoothie bowl.
FAQ
Yes, avocado has a lot of health benefits. It is actually considered a superfood. Avocado is high in heart-healthy fats, fiber and antioxidants. It may help to reduce the risk of heart disease and lower cholesterol.
Adding avocado gives smoothies a creamy, thick texture. It is a nutrient-dense, dairy-free and sugar-free alternative to cream or banana.
No, you cannot. Avocado is very neutral in taste. As long as you use the correct amount of other ingredients - from chocolate to fruit to sweetness - you will only be able to taste its creaminess.
Yes. If you want to use frozen avocado instead of fresh, omit the ice cubes and add a little more milk instead. The avocado will cool down the drink.
Simply dice a fresh, ripe avocado into cubes and put in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
An avocado is ripe when the flesh is soft. You can test it by gently pressing on the peel. It should give a little. You should be able to cut it in half easily and the stone can be removed without any flesh sticking. The flesh is a light green.
When an avocado is overripe, it tastes bitter and the flesh turns greyish-brown. Small dark spots can be scooped out. Eat only the green avocado flesh.
You will get the creamiest results with a high speed blender. I use a Vitamix, but Nutribullet and Ninja are also popular brands.
Variations
There are many ways to customise the recipe.
First of all, let's talk sweetness:
As I mentioned in the ingredients section, you can swap the sweetener with honey, agave or maple syrup if carbs are not a concern. Or, use oat milk instead of the almond milk.
Feel free to add ½ banana to the smoothie for a fruity taste. I don't add it for myself because I follow a low carb diet, but my kids don't and they like it that way.
Add 1-2 medjool dates if you are just looking for a naturally sweetened smoothie rather than a low carb one. Dates lend a lovely caramel note to the recipe.
And here are more ideas of add-ins:
- Protein powder - for a protein boost
- Chia seeds or hemp hearts - to add fiber
- Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
- Nut butter - makes the smoothie more filling. Use 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
- Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
- Spinach - I love to throw in a handful of baby spinach leaves. You can't taste them. They are the perfect hidden veggie, and you're getting one step closer to your five a day!
- Mint - add a few fresh mint leaves for a chocolate mint smoothie.
- Coconut Cream - replace some of the almond milk for an even richer taste - like an avocado chocolate milkshake
Toppings
Pick one or more of the toppings below:
- sugar-free chocolate chips
- dark chocolate shavings
- a drizzle of warmed nut butter
- melted chocolate drizzle
- raspberries
- whipped coconut cream
- chopped nuts - pecans or hazelnuts
Storage
This smoothie is best when it is fresh.
You can store any leftovers in the fridge for 1 day. Stir before drinking.
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Recipe
Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ avocado flesh only
- ¾ cup almond milk unsweetened (180ml, use 1 cup if your avocado is large)
- 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoon powdered sweetener ***see notes
- ½ tsp vanilla extract optional, but recommended
- 3-4 ice cubes optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high speed blender, starting with the milk.
- Blend for around 30 seconds or until completely smooth. If necessary, scrape down the sides in between.
Notes
- Protein powder - for a protein boost
- Chia seeds or hemp hearts - to add fiber
- Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
- Nut butter - makes the smoothie more filling. Use 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
- Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
- Spinach - I love to throw in a handful of baby spinach leaves. You can't taste them. They are the perfect hidden veggie, and you're getting one step closer to your five a day!
- Mint - add a few fresh mint leaves for a chocolate mint smoothie.
- Coconut Cream - replace some of the almond milk for an even richer taste - like an avocado chocolate milkshake
Nutrition
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Cheri Mello
YUM! THIS Looks AWESOME And THANK YOU For GREAT Add in IDEAS ♥️ VERY COOL. Thank You For Sharing.
Lorraine
Soo tasty, a great satisfying and filling mid-meal treat for me. I can't wait to do another with different toppings. I used frozen blueberries this time!
Ray S Whitmore
I make a similar smoothie but add 1/4 cup of frozen strawberries. It tastes like chocolate-covered strawberries! Another variation is adding powdered peanut butter. Reese's Peanut Butter Cup!
Katrin Nürnberger
I love these ideas!
Brenda
Can I use half n half instead of almond milk?
Katrin Nürnberger
Yes, of course!