Iced Dark Chocolate Coffee Smoothie
An Iced Dark Chocolate Coffee Smoothie that combines creamy richness, caffeine energy, and cool refreshment for a quick vegan pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 shot espresso or 1 tsp instant coffee + ¼ cup cold water
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup almond milk or oat milk
- 1 tsp maple syrup optional
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 5 –6 ice cubes
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 tbsp vegan chocolate protein powder
- Dash of sea salt or cinnamon
- Cacao nibs or shaved chocolate for garnish
Instructions
- Blend Base: Add banana, espresso, cocoa, milk, and vanilla to your blender.
- Add Ice: Toss in ice cubes for that perfect frosty texture.
- Sweeten: Add maple syrup if you want extra indulgence.
- Blend: Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Pour into your prettiest glass, garnish with cacao nibs, and sip your inner goddess energy.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 295
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 20%
- Iron: 16%
- Magnesium: 25%
- Potassium: 27%
- Vitamin E: 14%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use cold brew instead of espresso for a smoother flavor.
- Add coconut flakes or almond butter for a richer twist.
- Freeze leftover smoothie in popsicle molds for a summer treat.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top for that bougie café vibe.
- Perfect for mornings when you need caffeine, chill, and chocolate — all before 9 a.m.