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If you're into chocolatey fruit treats, you gotta have this chocolate strawberry banana smoothie for your first meal of the day. It’s super smooth with yogurt, berries, and chocolate cocoa all blended up. It hits the spot if you’re craving chocolate but still want something light.
The first batch I made blew my mind—tastes like dessert but doesn’t sit heavy at all. Even my partner, who’s obsessed with chocolate, actually grabbed one for breakfast, and that never happens.
Delicious Ingredients
- Frozen strawberries: Pick berries that are solid and richly colored for a thick, tasty blend.
- Banana: Both fresh and frozen bananas work. Ripe, spotty ones blend sweeter and smoother.
- Plain unsweetened vegan yogurt: Adds creaminess and tang. Extra thick yogurt will make the texture great.
- Plain soy milk (unsweetened): Helps everything blend nicely. Give it a shake before using so your smoothie comes out extra smooth.
- Cocoa powder: Brings that rich chocolate flavor. Use it unsweetened for bold chocolate vibes.
- Maple syrup: Sweetens things. Go with pure maple syrup if possible—it’s smoother.
Simple Steps
- Toss It In:
- Start by putting banana, frozen strawberries, yogurt, soy milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup straight into your blender. If your blender’s not super strong, drop the fruit in near the blades.
- Blend It Up:
- Begin on low and work up to high speed. Keep blending until it’s creamy all through and there are zero chunks. Don’t be afraid to pause and scrape down the sides if you need.
- Give it a Taste:
- Sample your smoothie first. If you need it sweeter, pour in a little more maple syrup and give it another blitz.
- Pour and Drink:
- Serve the smoothie in two cups and sip right away—it’s best cold and icy.
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I keep coming back for that hit of strawberry and chocolate. It smells amazing every time it blends up, and honestly, the whole family grabs a glass before it’s even done.
Stash Some Later
You’ll want to drink it fresh, but you can pour leftovers in popsicle molds for a frozen bite. Or tuck it in a covered jar in the fridge for a day—don’t forget to shake it up before drinking.
Switch Things Up
Coconut yogurt gives a tropical spin, or sub with whatever plant yogurt you like. Any milk works—try almond or oat if that’s what’s handy. Can’t find maple syrup? Toss in a soft pitted date for sweetness.
Serve It Up
If you wanna make it look cool, slice up some banana or strawberries for the top. Add coconut or a handful of granola for crunch. Sometimes I keep it extra thick and eat it in a bowl loaded with fruit or seeds—makes a fun smoothie bowl.
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Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie Backstory
Chocolate-covered fruit has been a favorite snack since fancy chocolatiers in Europe started making these treats way back in Victorian times. This smoothie is my fresh take on that old-school snack, just made for breakfast instead.
Common Questions
- → Is frozen strawberries a must?
Fresh berries work too, but frozen makes your drink super cold and thick—no need to add ice cubes.
- → Want it sweeter?
Drizzle in more maple syrup, try agave syrup, or just blend in a sweet date if that’s your thing.
- → Any swaps for soy milk?
Yep, you can pour in coconut, almond, or oat milk. They all blend up just fine in this mix.
- → Can I sneak in protein powder?
You sure can—vanilla or chocolate protein powder goes in easy for an extra boost and more flavor.
- → How do I get mine extra thick?
Use frozen fruit for both the banana and berries. Or just toss in a bit of ice to thicken things up more.