Description
Enjoy a refreshing Chocolate Clementine Smoothie that blends the zesty sweetness of clementines with rich cocoa. This creamy, nutritious drink is perfect for breakfast or a snack and can be easily customized to your liking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 clementines, peeled and segmented
- 1 ripe banana, frozen
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a thicker smoothie)
- Dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and segment the clementines, ensuring to remove any seeds. Peel and slice the frozen banana into chunks. Measure out the almond milk, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Blend the Smoothie: In a blender, add the almond milk first, followed by the clementine segments, frozen banana chunks, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more almond milk if needed.
- Add Ice (Optional): For a thicker smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again until fully incorporated.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or chocolate flavor as desired. Blend again to mix any adjustments.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and garnish with dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs if desired. Enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake or stir before consuming.
- Freezing for Later: Freeze blended smoothie in ice cube trays for a quick treat. Blend frozen cubes with a splash of almond milk when ready to enjoy.
- Variations: Add a handful of spinach or kale for a nutritional boost without altering the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes