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If chocolate-covered strawberries sound amazing to you, then you gotta try this strawberry banana chocolate smoothie for breakfast. It’s got smooth yogurt, sweet berries, and a hit of cocoa—all spinning together. This is my top pick for a hit of chocolate without making things heavy.
The first time I whipped this up, I was shocked—it tasted like a treat but didn’t leave me heavy. Even my partner (who loves chocolate) had one first thing in the morning, and that never happens!
Dreamy Ingredients
- Frozen strawberries: Pick berries with bright color and no icy chunks. They make your smoothie cold and punchy.
- Banana: Go fresh or frozen. Super ripe, spotty bananas give you extra sweetness and make it creamy.
- Plain unsweetened vegan yogurt: Adds tang and richness. Try a thick one for the best texture.
- Plain unsweetened soy milk: Pulls it all together. Shake it up before you pour for the smoothest blend.
- Cocoa powder: Brings out the chocolate flavor. Unsweetened is great if you want it extra deep.
- Maple syrup: Sweetens things up. If you can, use the real deal.
Simple How-To
- Toss It All In:
- Add frozen berries, banana, yogurt, a splash of soy milk, cocoa, and maple syrup to your blender. If your blender isn’t super strong, put the fruit down by the blades.
- Get It Creamy:
- Blend slow at first, then turn it up all the way. Let it run till everything’s super smooth—might have to stop and scrape the edges sometimes.
- Try a Sip:
- Give it a taste before pouring. Not sweet enough? Just pour in a little more syrup and give it another spin.
- Pour and Drink:
- Split it between two glasses and enjoy right away. It’s best while still chilly and frosty.
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Nothing beats the mix of chocolate and strawberries. Every time I blend this up, the kitchen smells awesome. My family always wants a glass too!
Keep Some for Next Time
Honestly, it’s best fresh. But if you have some left, freeze it in popsicle molds for a chilly treat. Or toss it into a jar, seal it, and keep in the fridge for one day. Just shake before drinking it.
Switch-Ups
Coconut yogurt makes things taste super tropical, but any creamy, plant-based yogurt will work. Try oat or almond milk too—any plant milk is fine. No maple syrup? Toss in a soft pitted date to sweeten it up.
Serving Tips
Give it a fun look with banana or strawberry slices on top. Want crunch? Sprinkle coconut or granola. When I want something thicker, I pour it in a bowl and top with fruit or seeds, kind of like a smoothie bowl.
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Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie Backstory
Chocolate-dipped fruit became a thing back in the fancy European candy days, when folks started covering fruit with chocolate in Victorian times. This smoothie is my playful spin on that classic—for breakfast, not dessert.
Common Questions
- → Can I stick with fresh strawberries?
Fresh totally does the job, but frozen makes it colder and gives you that extra thick, frosty drink without needing any ice cubes.
- → Need it sweeter?
Add more maple syrup, a splash of agave, or even just toss in a soft, ripe date for extra natural sweetness.
- → What can I use if I'm out of soy milk?
Swap in oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk—any of those are awesome for this drink.
- → Is it cool to add protein powder?
Absolutely, throw in chocolate or vanilla protein powder for even more flavor and a protein hit.
- → How do I get that extra thick texture?
Use both frozen bananas and frozen strawberries, or just add a handful of ice cubes to make it super thick.