Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder: Adds a rich chocolate flavor without extra sugar.
- 1 cup coconut milk (or almond milk): Makes the smoothie creamy and adds a light coconut flavor.
- 1 frozen banana: Adds natural sweetness and thickens the smoothie.
- 1 tablespoon sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or stevia): Choose your favorite sweetener.
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut: Adds texture and enhances the coconut flavor.
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans: Gives the smoothie a nutty crunch.
- Optional: 1 scoop protein powder: A great addition if you want to make the smoothie more filling.
Optional Add-ins:
- Chia seeds: Add more fiber and omega-3s to boost nutrition.
- Greek yogurt: Adds creaminess and extra protein to the smoothie.
Instructions
Add the coconut milk, cocoa powder, banana, sweetener, shredded coconut, and pecans into your blender. If you’re adding extras like protein powder or chia seeds, throw them in as well. Blend everything on high for about 30 seconds or until it’s smooth and creamy.
After blending, taste the smoothie. If you want it sweeter, add more honey, maple syrup, or stevia.
Pour your smoothie into a glass and top it with extra shredded coconut or chopped pecans. You could even drizzle some melted dark chocolate on top if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
This easy German chocolate smoothie recipe is flexible, which means you can change the ingredients to suit your needs.