Description
This delicious Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie combines fresh strawberries, banana, protein powder, and raw cacao to create a creamy, nutritious treat. Sweetened naturally with dates and optionally with stevia, this smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. The recipe is dairy-free and easy to make in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh (or frozen) strawberries
- 1/2 frozen banana (chopped into chunks)
- 2 pitted Medjool dates
Dry Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
- 1 tablespoon raw cacao powder or cocoa powder
Liquids
- 1 1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or other non-dairy milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Others
- 4-5 cubes of ice
- 2 drops of stevia to sweeten (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Base Ingredients: Place the strawberries, frozen banana chunks, protein powder, raw cacao powder, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, pitted Medjool dates, and vanilla extract into a blender. Blend until the fruit is fully pureed and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Ice and Blend Smooth: Add 4 to 5 ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the smoothie reaches a creamy and smooth consistency. Taste the smoothie and add 2 drops of stevia if you prefer extra sweetness, then blend briefly once more to combine.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen strawberries depending on availability and preference.
- Using frozen banana helps to achieve a creamier texture without needing excessive ice.
- Adjust sweetness by adding stevia or using more dates if desired.
- This smoothie works well as a nutritious breakfast or a post-workout recovery drink.
- For a vegan and dairy-free option, ensure protein powder is plant-based and almond milk is unsweetened.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
