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Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie

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This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is made with cocoa powder and yogurt to make a thick, creamy, and protein-packed smoothie.

Drizzling almond butter on chocolate almond butter smoothie.

For a sweet, chocolatey twist on breakfast, I love to use cocoa powder in my smoothies. Paired with the higher protein levels in Greek yogurt and a protein packed nut butter, you get a delicious, creamy breakfast that will keep you feeling full until lunch. My Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is a favorite of my boys, but it’s one of the ways I’ll indulge in some chocolate, too!

Why You’ll Love this Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie

  • Requires almost no prep, and can be done in 5 minutes.
  • Full of protein to keep you feeling full.
  • A healthier way to fulfill that sweet tooth or craving for chocolate!

Ingredients

  • Banana: While full of potassium and vitamins, they’re a great way to naturally sweeten a smoothie, bananas also blend easily to be creamy and smooth.
  • Yogurt: I typically use plain Greek yogurt as it doesn’t add extra sugar, but is packed full of protein and probiotics.
  • Protein powder: You can use either chocolate or vanilla flavored protein powder, and it adds flavor and nutrients to this filling smoothie.
  • Almond butter: Similar to peanut butter, it is sweet and nutty, although maybe a bit richer than peanut butter.
  • Cocoa powder: Rich in antioxidants and chocolate flavor, you can pick the cacao levels of your powder for how dark or rich you want the flavor.

Easy Changes

  • Don’t like bananas? It’s not a problem for me, but I know quite a few people who don’t like bananas. Apples are another great fruit that will naturally sweeten your smoothie.
  • Add more fruit. This smoothie would taste great with berries added to the mix, like strawberries or raspberries.
  • Make it dairy free. Use a plant-based protein powder and a dairy-free yogurt alternative and this smoothie is dairy free and vegan friendly!

How to Make a Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie

Step 1. Start your chocolate almond butter smoothie by taking your banana and breaking it up into pieces into your blender. Using a frozen banana will make it so you don’t have to use as much ice.

Step 2. Then pour in your vanilla or chocolate protein powder over the top.

Step 3. Next add the cocoa powder.

Step 4. Followed by the Greek yogurt.

Step 5. Finish with the almond butter and some ice.

Step 6. Close the lid and blend until smooth, adding more ice until you reach your desired consistency. If it gets too thick, you could always add more yogurt or some almond milk.

Pour into glasses and enjoy your Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie! I like to drizzle some more almond butter onto the top sometimes for a bit of added flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to use almond butter in smoothies?

You can soften it by warming it up or just add it straight from the jar to the blender! It’ll mix well with other ingredients to make a tasty smoothie.

What fruit goes well with almond butter?

Plenty of fruits pair well with almond butter, but some of my favorites are apples, bananas, and strawberries.

Can I pre-make my smoothie?

I love making pre-made smoothie bags to put in the freezer, but you could also store this smoothie once blended in the freezer for a month.
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Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie

4.86 stars average
Liz Della Croce
This Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie is made with cocoa powder and yogurt to make a thick, creamy, and protein-packed smoothie.
PREP: 5 minutes
TOTAL: 5 minutes
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Servings2

Ingredients
 

  • 1 banana
  • 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt
  • cup protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • ice to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth. Add ice until you’ve reached desired consistency.

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Nutrition

Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 31.9g | Protein: 25.7g | Fat: 10.9g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9.1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 201mg | Fiber: 10.9g | Sugar: 13.8g


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17 responses to “Chocolate Almond Butter Smoothie”

  1. Thomas Coleman Avatar
    Thomas Coleman

    This is one of the best smoothies I’ve made thus far! I made this and added strawberries, yum!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      So glad you enjoyed it!

  2. Susan Avatar
    Susan

    This sounds wonderful. Since the only almond butter I ever have is stuff I make, I’m thinking I could add a little maple syrup to it to come up with an equivalent to what you used. I’ll look forward to trying it for breakfast at some point (not sure when).

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      That’s a great idea!!!

  3. Gina @Running to the Kitchen Avatar
    Gina @Running to the Kitchen

    This is just what I need!! YUMMMMM!

  4. Sabrina Modelle Avatar
    Sabrina Modelle

    This smoothie pretty much contains all my favorite things. Can’t wait to try it at home!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I hope you love it!

  5. Vicki Bensinger Avatar
    Vicki Bensinger

    This looks so good. I’d love to have a glass right now.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Wish I could make you one!

  6. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious Avatar
    Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious

    This is going on my Labor Day must make! It’s dessert in a cup and perfect for the triple digits we still have in AZ.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      YES!! I hope you love it!! Stay cool!

  7. Matt Avatar
    Matt

    Perfect flavor combo, loving this smoothie!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thanks so much Matt!

  8. Carolyn Avatar
    Carolyn

    Now that’s a breakfast worth waking up for!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you lady!!

  9. Jenny Flake Avatar
    Jenny Flake

    Now this is my kind of smoothie! Love this flavor combo :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Your boys would love this!