Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie

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I make this Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie whenever I’m craving something sweet but still want it to be healthy. With frozen strawberries, almond butter, and cocoa powder, it is ready in just 5 minutes and gives me a creamy protein-packed boost. Plus, it’s totally dairy-free and tastes like dessert in a glass.

I’m a big smoothie fan in the mornings, but I’ll admit I get tired of the same flavors on repeat. That’s what pushed me to try something new one day, and this chocolate strawberry combo turned out to be one of the best I’ve made. It was inspired by the strawberry smoothie bowl I always eat; sweet, fruity, and super simple to blend up.

Knowing myself, I can already see this becoming my go-to drink all summer long. I mean, it has two of my absolute favorite ingredients, strawberries and chocolate!! Just thinking about it makes me crave another glass, and I’m pretty sure my kids will be just as into it since they’re already big fans of this strawberry milk tea.

🥘 Ingredients

If you’re a smoothie person like me, chances are you already have most of these ingredients on hand. Here’s what I use to make this chocolate strawberry smoothie:

Strawberries: I use frozen strawberries for natural sweetness and that classic fruity flavor.
Dairy free vanilla yogurt and milk: These make the smoothie extra creamy and keep it completely dairy free.
Cocoa powder and chocolate chips: They give the smoothie that rich chocolate taste I’m always craving.
Almond butter: I add a spoonful for healthy fats, extra creaminess, and a little boost of protein.

🔪 How To Make

Aside from the delicious flavor, the best part about this chocolatey strawberry smoothie is how easy it is to make. Just one step and five minutes – yep, that’s it!

Smoothie time: I just toss all the ingredients into the blender and blend everything on low until it’s thick, creamy, and perfectly smooth.

Serve: I pour it into a glass and enjoy it right away, sometimes with a few extra chocolate chips or sliced strawberries on top if I want to be fancy.

📖 Variations

One of the best things about this smoothie is how easy it is to change it up depending on what I’m craving or what’s in the fridge. Here are a few fun ways I love to mix things up:

Banana twist: I like to toss in half of a frozen ripe banana when I want a little extra sweetness and creaminess. It blends perfectly with the chocolate and strawberry flavors.

Sneaky greens: When I want a nutrition boost, I throw in a handful of baby spinach. It blends right in and my kids never notice. If you like this variation try this spinach and banana smoothie.

Protein power swap: Sometimes I skip the cocoa powder and use one scoop of chocolate protein powder instead.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

For Breakfast: If I’m making this smoothie for breakfast, I love serving it with some vegan zucchini muffins or a stack of fluffy dairy-free blueberry pancakes. My kids usually reach for a muffin while I’m still blending the smoothie.

As a snack: I’ll sometimes pair it with a couple of my carrot cake energy balls. It’s the perfect combo for those long afternoons when we all need a little pick-me-up.

As a Dessert: I turn this into dessert and serve it with a few healthy peanut butter cookies or a piece of my vegan chocolate truffles. My friends always ask if it’s store bought – and nope, just made with love at home.

🧊 Storage Directions

Refrigeration: If I have any leftover smoothie, I pour it into a jar with a lid and keep it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. I just give it a quick stir or shake before drinking.

Freezing: Sometimes I freeze the smoothie in a silicone mold or ice cube tray, then re-blend the cubes when I want a quick snack or breakfast later in the week.

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