Chocolate Oatmeal Smoothie

This chocolate oatmeal smoothie recipe is perfect for breakfast because cocoa is a natural source of caffeine and the other ingredients work together to keep you healthy and full.

Chocolate for breakfast? I vote yes! I love to use chocolate in my smoothies, though it’s not that syrupy sweet milk-chocolate you might be thinking of. I’m talking unsweetened, antioxidant-rich cocoa powder. It’s the key ingredient to my Chocolate Oatmeal Smoothie, which is a filling and healthy breakfast option!

Ingredients

• Berries: Use whatever you have on hand. I usually use a frozen blend of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
• Banana: Creamy and naturally sweet, it sweetens the smoothie as well as creates a smoother texture.
• Oats: Rich in fiber and antioxidants, any kind of oats will do, but I usually use rolled oats or quick oats.
• Spinach: A rich source of iron and many other vitamins and nutrients, the sometimes bitter flavor is hidden in this smoothie.
• Cocoa powder: Rich in antioxidants, and deep chocolate flavor.
• Flaxseed meal: Flavorless and optional, it’s a great source of omega-3 fatty acids.
• Vanilla: A flavor enhancer that boosts the taste of the entire smoothie.
• Cinnamon: Adds some warmth as well as being anti-inflammatory and rich in even more antioxidants.

How to Make a Chocolate Oatmeal Smoothie

Start your chocolate oatmeal smoothie by adding the fresh or frozen fruit to the bottom of your blender.

Next add the oats, flaxseed meal, and cocoa powder.

Pack in some fresh spinach or other leafy green of choice, then add some ice, water, and the vanilla extract.

Then blend until smooth, adding more ice or water until you reach your desired consistency.

Pour into glasses, or store in the freezer for later!

I like to garnish mine with fresh berries and some semi-sweet chocolate chips. Then serve and enjoy your Chocolate Oatmeal Smoothie!

Easy Substitutions

• Make it thicker. If you don’t mind the added calories, you can thicken the smoothie by using Greek yogurt or almond milk instead of water.
• Use different greens. Instead of spinach, you can try using kale, chard, or another leafy green.
• Change up the fruit. Use a different blend of berries, or try apples or oranges instead!

Frequently Asked Questions

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This chocolate oatmeal smoothie is one of my favorite breakfasts! It’s quick to make, delicious, and packed full of protein and nutrients. It’s just what I need before a busy day, and just what you need, too!

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Chocolate Oatmeal Smoothie

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Not only is cocoa a natural source of caffeine, but when combined with ripe berries, bananas, and oats it becomes a creamy and delicious healthy smoothie to keep you full all day long.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

ServesServes: 1

CourseCourse: Breakfast, Drinks

CaloriesCalories: 230

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

 

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• ▢ ½ cup berries of choice (strawberries,blueberries, etc.)
• ▢ ½ banana
• ▢ ¼ cup oats
• ▢ 2 cups spinach or any leafy greens
• ▢ 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• ▢ 1 tablespoon flaxseed optional
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ▢ ½ cup water
• ▢ ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ▢ ice to thicken

Instructions

 

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   Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and puree until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 16ouncesCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 789mgFiber: 11gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5626IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 3mg

Liz’s Notes

Excellent source of Vitamins C and A, good source Iron and Calcium

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