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Chocolate berry smoothie in a mason jar topped with blueberries and cacao nibs, with a glass straw.
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Chocolate Berry Smoothie

A rich, creamy smoothie that tastes like dessert but packs serious nutrition with frozen berries, cocoa, and Greek yogurt.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 smoothies
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Smoothie Base
  • 1.5 cups frozen mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, or a blend; no need to thaw
  • 1 banana frozen for extra creaminess, or ripe fresh
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed for smoother flavor
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt plain, full-fat for creaminess
  • 0.75 cup milk dairy or oat milk
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup optional, to taste
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch of salt enhances the chocolate

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender

Method
 

Blend
  1. Add milk to blender first, then yogurt, cocoa powder, banana, frozen berries, vanilla, and salt. This order helps the blades catch the frozen fruit without jamming.
  2. Start on low speed for 10 seconds to break up the frozen fruit, then increase to high and blend 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down sides once if needed.
  3. If too thick to pour, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time and blend 10 seconds more. If too thin, add a few more frozen berries or a small handful of ice.
  4. Taste the smoothie - berries vary in sweetness. Add honey or maple syrup if needed and blend 5 seconds to combine.
  5. Pour into glasses and serve right away. The texture is best fresh before it starts to separate.

Notes

For a protein boost, add 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder and reduce cocoa to 2 teaspoons. Freeze overripe bananas in chunks for always-ready smoothie base - they keep 3 months. For a thicker bowl-style smoothie, use only 1/4 cup milk and serve in a bowl topped with granola and fresh berries.