Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe
This Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Smoothie is a deliciously creamy and nutritious blend that combines the natural sweetness of frozen bananas with rich cocoa and hearty oats. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a satisfying snack, it offers a balance of fiber, protein, and antioxidants with a touch of peanut butter for richness and cinnamon for warmth. Easily customizable with your choice of milk and optional sweeteners, this smoothie is both wholesome and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Fruits and Add-ins
- 1 frozen banana (for natural sweetness and that thick, creamy texture)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (trust me, it takes this to the next level)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (adds depth to the chocolate flavor)
- Ice cubes (if you like it extra thick and frosty)
Dry Ingredients
- ¼ cup rolled oats (adds fiber and makes it more filling)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened, because we’re keeping it real)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, dairy—it’s up to you)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (for a little extra richness)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, but why not?)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Dump the frozen banana, rolled oats, cocoa powder, peanut butter, milk of choice, honey or maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice cubes into a blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk a little at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Adjust Thickness: If the smoothie is too thin, add more ice cubes and blend again until the texture is thick and frosty to your liking.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass, enjoy immediately for the best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe frozen bananas for natural sweetness and creaminess.
- Rolled oats can be substituted with quick oats if necessary, but rolled oats provide better texture.
- Choose your preferred milk—dairy or plant-based options like almond or oat milk work great.
- Optional sweeteners such as honey or maple syrup can be omitted if your banana is sweet enough.
- For an extra protein boost, consider adding a scoop of protein powder.
- Blend with ice cubes for a colder, thicker smoothie, or skip ice for a lighter texture.
Keywords: Chocolate Banana Smoothie, Oatmeal Smoothie, Healthy Breakfast Smoothie, Peanut Butter Smoothie, Quick Smoothie Recipe
