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Kick off your morning with a chocolate-covered strawberry vibe thanks to this simple chocolate strawberry banana smoothie. It spins together cocoa, sweet fruit, and creamy yogurt. After my first try, I couldn’t stop making it on busy weekdays. When a chocolate craving sneaks up but I still want something light, this is what I fix.
Honestly, my first sip made me think of dessert—only lighter! Even my chocolate-obsessed partner jumped on the breakfast smoothie train after tasting this one.
Ingredients List
- Frozen strawberries: You get seriously cold, berry-flavored sips. Pick ones that are richly colored and not stuck together with frost.
- Banana: Fresh or frozen both work. Bananas make it velvety and sweet. Ripe with brown spots are perfect for extra kick.
- Plain unsweetened vegan yogurt: Brings in tang, creaminess, and that built-in protein. Thick yogurt is best for texture.
- Plain unsweetened soy milk: Makes blending easier and keeps it smooth. Shake it up before pouring so it blends well.
- Cocoa powder: The must-have for chocolate punch. Use good-quality unsweetened cocoa for deep flavor.
- Maple syrup: Lays down gentle sweetness. Pure maple has the cleanest taste.
Helpful Steps
- Scoop Everything Into Your Blender:
- Toss in the frozen strawberries, banana, yogurt, soy milk, cocoa, and maple syrup. For tough blenders, put fruit nearest the blades so things move along.
- Blend Until It’s Silky:
- Go low to start, then ramp up to high. Blend about a minute, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. You’re looking for super smooth, no chunks.
- Check Sweetness and Tweak:
- Give it a taste before you pour. Like it sweeter? Squirt in a bit more maple and give it another spin.
- Drink Up:
- Split between two glasses and enjoy right away when it’s cold and frothy.
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Honestly what hooks me is how strawberry and chocolate mix together—seriously reminds me of those chocolate treats from when I was a kid. Every time I blend this up, someone in my family says how awesome it smells in here.
Keeping It Fresh
This one’s best when you drink it ASAP. Got a little left over? Freeze it in popsicle molds for a cold snack. Or stash it in a jar in the fridge (sealed up) and shake it before you drink, but use within a day.
Swap Ideas
No soy milk? Use any plant milk like almond or oat. Any yogurt with a creamy feel will mix in nicely—coconut yogurt even adds a fun, tropical twist. No maple syrup? Try tossing in some pitted dates and blend them right along.
How to Serve
I like adding some fresh sliced bananas or strawberries on top for a pretty finish. Want crunch? Throw on some shredded coconut or granola. You can also make a thick version and pile on fruit and seeds for a smoothie bowl.
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Classic Chocolate Strawberry History
People have loved chocolate and strawberries together since European chocolate shops first dunked fresh fruit in chocolate decades ago. This smoothie spins those yummy tastes into something you can enjoy in the morning and still feel good.
FAQs About the Recipe
- → Could I blend in fresh strawberries?
Definitely, use fresh ones if you like, but frozen strawberries give your smoothie that extra chilly thickness without adding ice cubes.
- → What's a good way to sweeten it more?
Try pouring in extra maple syrup, use some agave, or toss in a date or two for an all-natural sweet kick.
- → Not a fan of soy milk—what else can I use?
Almond, coconut, or oat milk pop in just fine as swaps for soy in this smoothie. Any plant milk you have works here.
- → Is protein powder okay to add in?
Yep, just scoop in some vanilla or chocolate protein powder for more protein and a richer taste.
- → Want it extra thick? How do I do that?
Use both banana and strawberries frozen, or just blitz in a few ice cubes for an even creamier vibe.