The chocolate banana smoothie transforms the classic banana smoothie into a dark cocoa indulgence without the need for ice cream. It is a favorite of families and runners for its quick energy and comforting flavor. Master healthy brunch menus and viral meal prep recipes.
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Chocolate banana smoothie
Chocolate banana smoothie with bitter cocoa, frozen banana and honey.
- USA
- Starter
- Vegetarian
- Light
- High fiber
- easy
5 min
Tiempo de Preparación
1
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 350 kcal
- Protein 10 g
- Fiber 6 g
- Carbohydrates 55 g
- Fat 11 g
- Sodium 150 mg
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Preparation
Chocolate banana smoothie is a United States preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 5 minutes in total (5 for mise en place and preparation, 0 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 2 frozen bananas.
- Have ready: 2 tablespoons of bitter cocoa powder.
- Have ready: 300 ml of whole milk.
- Have ready: 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup.
- Have ready: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Chop frozen bananas and place in a powerful blender glass.
Chop frozen bananas and place in a powerful blender glass.
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Add cocoa
Add cocoa, milk, honey, vanilla and salt; blend until thick smoothie. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Add ice and hazelnut cream if you want more indulgence.
Add ice and hazelnut cream if you want more indulgence.
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Beat again until smooth chocolate shake-like texture
Beat again until smooth chocolate shake-like texture.
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Taste sweetness and balance with more cocoa or honey according to taste.
Taste sweetness and balance with more cocoa or honey according to taste.
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Serve in a glass with whipped cream and sprinkled cocoa
Serve in a glass with whipped cream and sprinkled cocoa.
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Decorate with grated dark chocolate for premium presentation
Decorate with grated dark chocolate for premium presentation. Serve on a preheated plate or platter if the dish must maintain temperature.
Serve on a preheated plate or platter if the dish must maintain temperature.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with chocolate protein and hidden spinach.
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