Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie
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If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious smoothie recipe, this Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie is the perfect choice. Not only is it full of vitamins and antioxidants from the dark chocolate, fruit and yogurt, but it also has a unique flavor combination that will satisfy any taste buds.
This chocolate raspberry smoothie is great for a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a late-night treat, this smoothie recipe is sure to please, like this Peanut Butter Banana Protein Smoothie!
Why You’ll Love Our Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie
This luscious Super Healthy Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie is made with fresh raspberries, frozen banana, protein and immune-boosting Greek yogurt, chia seeds
Dark Chocolate Benefits
Who doesn’t love dark chocolate? Health benefits of dark chocolate has high levels of flavonoids which include anti-viral, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties, and can help improve heart health, decrease blood pressure, decrease stroke risk and help improve mood boosting effects.
So, did you even know there is Dark Chocolate Almond Milk? Well we know!! This Silk Almond Milk is only 100 calories per cup and it’s super delicious! Especially in smoothies!
We drink almond milk all the time and I started drinking it about 10 years ago. My husband can’t have dairy and so I finally broke down, tried it and haven’t looked back, and now we have chocolate almond milk!
About Raspberries In Our Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie
The Super Power of Raspberries in Smoothies! Some benefits of raspberries include being high in nutrients and rich in anti-aging antioxidants and low in sugar, helping to boost cognitive health, and protecting against chronic diseases like cardiovascular diseases and cancer.
Raspberries are one of the highest whole food sources of fiber, offering 6.5 grams per every 100 grams (about 3/4 cup). Raspberry fiber may also help beneficial gut bacteria flourish. This can have a positive effect on people with obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other chronic gut diseases.
The flavonoids in berries have been shown to help improve coordination and memory as well and are high in vitamin C.
Using frozen raspberries make for a thicker and creamier smoothie!
Banana & Benefits
Bananas are considered a healthy fruit because they are packed with nutrients like potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, and magnesium, fat-free and low in salt.
Bananas help support heart health, digestion, muscle function, and provide sustained energy levels, plus they are also a great source of antioxidants and can be a convenient pre- or post-workout snack. Using frozen bananas also make for a thicker and creamier smoothie as well!
Did You Know That Chia Seeds are a SuperFood!?
Chia seeds really pump this Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie up! Some of chia seeds top 10 ten benefits includes weight loss, healthy omega-3 oil, energy-booster, extremely high in antioxidants, supports the digestive tract function and the balances blood sugar.
Chia Seeds & How to Prepare!
- To soak the chia seeds, place in a jar or small bowl and add 4 tablespoons water for every tablespoon of chia seeds.
- Place in the refrigerator for a couple of hours or overnight.
- The seeds and water will be become gelatinous.
- The measure of 1 tablespoon includes the seeds and the gelatinous liquid that coats them after soaking.
- Scoop up a tablespoon of seeds with the gooey liquid and place in a blender with your smoothie.
For more information about chia seeds —-> go here!
When you want a good smoothie, give this Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie a try! It’s delish and will definitely satisfy your desire for a creamy smoothie sensation any time of the day!
Ingredients You Need For Your Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie
Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie recipe
- Greek yogurt
- Silk Dark Chocolate Almond Milk (if you don’t have chocolate almond milk, just substitute unsweetened almond milk and add some cocoa powder)
- frozen banana, make sure you’re using ripe bananas
- raspberries, frozen or fresh
- chia seeds
- Crushed ice
- optional, add some maple syrup, or agave if you want more sweetness
How to Make Dark Chocolate Raspberry & Banana Smoothie
- Using a blender or food processor, blend all ingredients, (except chia seeds, if unsoaked) until nice and smooth starting with milk and then blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add ice if you want more of a frozen smoothie.
- Add more almond milk if needed.
- Add chia seeds, if unsoaked or soaked and mix in with smoothie.
More Variations
- You can add a scoop of protein powder to your smoothie for even more protein, like chocolate protein powder!
- Add a couple tablespoons of nut butter, like peanut butter, cashew butter, or any seed butter you like for some extra protein.
- We used raspberries, but of course, you can use any fruit you like, like blueberries, cherries, blackberries, oranges, etc.
- Add some greens, like spinach or kale to get that extra leafy greens that are high in vitamins A, C, and K!
You’ll love this healthy dark chocolate banana smoothie with raspberries! With this quick and easy recipe, you’ll be sure to enjoy a delicious and nutritious treat at any time of day. It’s soooo good! Try some of this Healthy Banana Nut Bread to go with it!
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Super Healthy Dark Chocolate, Raspberry & Banana Smoothie {Greek Yogurt, Chia Seeds & Protein!}
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Silk Dark Chocolate Almond Milk
- 1 frozen medium banana chunks
- ½ cup frozen raspberries add more if desired
- 1 tablespoon soaked chia seeds or 1 teaspoon dry unsoaked works fine as well.
- optional 1/2 cup crushed ice
- optional 1 scoop protein powder
Instructions
- Using a blender,blend all ingredients, chocolate almond milk, Greek yogurt, frozen banana, frozen raspberries and some almond milk. Don't add the chia seeds until the end. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If you don't use frozen fruits, add ice if you want more of a frozen smoothie.
- Add more almond milk if needed if you want to thin down or need more creaminess.
- Add chia seeds, if unsoaked or soaked and mix in with smoothie. Enjoy!
Laura, it does make them softer and easier to chew, but maybe you want to grind them up beforehand in a food processor or blender before adding to your smoothie. I know those seeds can really mess you up when you have that, so I would definitely do that if it was me! 🙂
After you soak the seeds does that make them softer and easier to chew? I have diverticulitis and have to watch out for seeds and nuts. Looks good though.