Dark Chocolate Coffee Smoothie with Hazelnut
A creamy, vegan, and indulgent smoothie blending coffee, dark chocolate, and hazelnuts for a rich, energizing treat that tastes divine yet fuels your day.
Ingredients
- Unsweetened hazelnut milk – 1½ cups
- Brewed espresso or strong coffee chilled – ½ cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder – 2 tbsp
- Vegan dark chocolate chips – 2 tbsp
- Roasted hazelnuts – 1 tbsp
- Frozen banana – 1 large
- Maple syrup – 1 tbsp
- Vanilla extract – ½ tsp
- Ice cubes – 5
- Pinch of sea salt optional, enhances depth
Instructions
- Pour hazelnut milk and chilled coffee into a blender—because hydration and caffeine are the best couple.
- Add frozen banana for silky texture and natural sweetness that keeps it guilt-free.
- Toss in cocoa powder, dark chocolate chips, and roasted hazelnuts—the trio responsible for that dessert-level flavor.
- Add maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt for balance and aroma.
- Drop ice cubes and blend until creamy, thick, and smooth like a chocolate dream.
- Pour into tall glasses, sip slowly, and try not to fall in love.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 225 kcal
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 12%
- Iron: 13%
- Magnesium: 18%
- Potassium: 11%
- Vitamin E: 10%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Toast hazelnuts lightly before blending for a deeper nutty flavor.
- Add a dash of cinnamon for warmth and spice.
- Swap frozen banana with avocado for a richer, creamier texture.
- Drizzle melted dark chocolate on top for café-style drama.
- Freeze leftovers in molds—hello, vegan chocolate-hazelnut popsicles!