Chocolate Strawberry Banana Smoothie

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Frozen strawberries, cocoa powder, and banana make a perfectly thick, chocolatey drink that feels like dessert but keeps things healthy. Add a bit of vegan yogurt for smoothness and soy milk to blend it all. Touch it up with a little maple syrup if you want more sweetness. Chocolate protein powder is a welcome boost, too. Toss everything in your blender, let it run till the texture’s totally smooth, pour it up, and enjoy the fruity-chocolate goodness in every gulp.

Ranah
Updated on Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:09:20 GMT
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If you love chocolate-covered strawberries, you’ll want to try this chocolate strawberry banana smoothie for your morning meal. With creamy yogurt, juicy berries, and cocoa all whirled together, it’s my favorite choice when I want chocolate flavor but still want to keep it light.

The first time I made this, I couldn’t get over how much it tasted like dessert but with none of the heaviness. My chocolate-obsessed partner even tried it for breakfast, which is rare.

Tasty Ingredients

  • Maple syrup: Adds mellow sweetness. Go for pure syrup if you can.
  • Cocoa powder: Makes it chocolatey. Unsweetened is best for deeper flavor.
  • Plain unsweetened soy milk: Brings everything together. Give it a good shake before using for the smoothest blend.
  • Plain unsweetened vegan yogurt: For tang and a creamy boost. Pick one that’s thick for rich texture.
  • Banana: Use either fresh or frozen. Riper, spotty bananas work best for sweetness and smooth texture.
  • Frozen strawberries: Go for berries with no ice clumps and a deep color. They make your smoothie thick and full of flavor.

Easy Step Guide

Serve and Enjoy:
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and drink quickly. It’s best while still frosty and cold.
Sweetness Check:
Take a taste before serving. If it isn’t sweet enough, just splash in a bit more maple syrup and whiz it up again.
Blend to Creamy:
Start slow, then crank up your blender. Run until it’s totally smooth with no bits left. This might take a minute, and sometimes you’ll need to pause and scrape down the sides.
Toss Everything In:
Put cocoa, banana, yogurt, frozen strawberries, maple syrup, and soy milk into the blender. Put fruit closest to the blades if you’ve got a less powerful blender.
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What I love most is that chocolate and strawberry combo. Every time I blend one of these, my kitchen smells amazing and my family can’t resist grabbing a glass.

Save Some For Later

This is best right away, but you can stash leftovers in popsicle trays for a sweet frozen snack. Or put it in a sealed jar in the fridge for one day—just shake it well before sipping.

Swaps and Switches

Coconut yogurt adds a vacation twist, or use another creamy plant yogurt you’ve got around. Any plant milk is fair game—oat and almond work great too. No maple syrup left? Blend in a soft pitted date instead.

How to Serve

Top with banana or strawberry slices if you want it pretty. Sprinkle coconut or granola if you’re craving crunch. Sometimes I go extra thick and pour it into a bowl, then load it up with fruit or seeds like a smoothie bowl.

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Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie Origins

Chocolate dipped berries have been a hit since fancy European chocolate makers started covering fruit in chocolate way back in Victorian days. This smoothie is my fun nod to that treat, but flipped for breakfast.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Do I have to use frozen strawberries?

Fresh strawberries totally work, but frozen ones help your drink come out frostier and extra thick without any ice.

→ How do I bump up the sweetness?

You can splash in more maple syrup, maybe a bit of agave, or just throw in a ripe date or two for extra sweet vibes.

→ What's a good swap for soy milk?

Switch it up with oat, coconut, or almond milk—any of those options mix in just fine here.

→ Could I toss in protein powder?

Sure thing, chocolate or vanilla protein powder blends in great for a boost in flavor and protein power.

→ Best way to get a thicker drink?

Go with both frozen strawberries and frozen bananas, or pop in a handful of ice cubes to amp up the thickness.

Chocolate Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Chocolate, banana, and strawberries team up for a silky, feel-good drink that kicks off your morning right.

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
5 Minutes
By: Ranah


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 2 Servings (2 glasses)

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 15 milliliters maple syrup
02 15 grams cocoa powder
03 120 milliliters plain unsweetened soy milk
04 120 milliliters plain unsweetened vegan yogurt
05 1 medium banana, fresh or frozen
06 225 grams frozen strawberries

Instructions

Step 01

Right away, pour your mix into two cups and enjoy.

Step 02

Crank up your blender. Let it run till everything’s creamy and there’s no chunks left.

Step 03

Toss in maple syrup, cocoa, soy milk, yogurt, banana, and then strawberries into your blender.

Step 04

Get all your ingredients together. If the banana isn’t frozen, just peel it first.

Notes

  1. Want it extra thick? Use frozen banana along with frozen berries.
  2. Turn up the sweet with more maple syrup or swap in agave or a couple of dates.
  3. For more protein power, go with chocolate protein powder instead of plain cocoa.

Tools You'll Need

  • Blender

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Has soy; be sure it’s safe for you if soy might bother you.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 183
  • Total Fat: 3 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 38 g
  • Protein: 6 g