Let’s be honest—some mornings need more than caffeine; they need therapy in a glass. That’s where the Dark Chocolate Coffee Smoothie with Cinnamon struts in. It’s rich, bold, and spicy enough to make your taste buds gossip. This creamy vegan potion gives you caffeine’s kick, chocolate’s comfort, and cinnamon’s warm sass in one swoon-worthy sip. It’s basically dessert pretending to be breakfast, and we’re all here for that delusion. Blend, sip, and conquer your to-do list with the confidence of someone who didn’t hit snooze three times. Because balance, darling, means adding chocolate to your coffee.
Dark Chocolate Coffee Smoothie with Cinnamon
A velvety vegan smoothie combining dark chocolate, coffee, and cinnamon for a luxuriously energizing drink that tastes indulgent yet nourishes from within.
Ingredients
- Unsweetened almond milk – 1½ cups
- Brewed black coffee chilled – ½ cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder – 2 tbsp
- Vegan dark chocolate chips – 2 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon – ½ tsp
- Frozen banana – 1 large
- Maple syrup – 1 tbsp
- Vanilla extract – ½ tsp
- Ice cubes – 5
- Pinch of sea salt optional, for flavor depth
Instructions
- Pour almond milk and chilled coffee into a blender—because liquid motivation comes first.
- Add frozen banana for that creamy, dreamy base without any dairy drama.
- Mix in cocoa powder, dark chocolate chips, and cinnamon—the holy trinity of indulgence, mood, and spice.
- Drizzle maple syrup, add vanilla extract, and toss in a pinch of salt to balance flavors beautifully.
- Add ice cubes and blend until thick, smooth, and unapologetically luxurious.
- Pour into tall glasses, sip slowly, and pretend you’re in a Paris café instead of your messy kitchen.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Total Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 11%
- Iron: 13%
- Magnesium: 16%
- Potassium: 10%
- Vitamin E: 9%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Add a dash of cayenne if you like drama with your chocolate.
- Swap almond milk for coconut milk for a creamier twist.
- Chill your glass before serving for that café-level finesse.
- Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top—it’s basically edible perfume.
- Freeze leftover smoothie in popsicle molds because self-control is overrated.
