This Cacao Chia Fuel Smoothie Recipe is a nutritious and energizing drink perfect for breakfast or a post-workout boost. Packed with the goodness of cacao and chia seeds, it offers a rich chocolate flavor along with essential nutrients.
The recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite fruits or nut butters, making it a versatile addition to your smoothie repertoire.
Energizing Cacao Chia Smoothie Recipe
This smoothie combines cacao powder, chia seeds, banana, and almond milk to create a deliciously creamy drink that is both satisfying and healthy. It takes about 10 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients and peel the banana.
- Blend: In a blender, combine the cacao powder, chia seeds, banana, almond milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add ice cubes if desired.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the chia seeds are well incorporated.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 2 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g