You know those times when you want chocolate… but you're trying to make choices that won't require stretchy pants by 3 p.m.? That was me, standing in my kitchen, staring at a banana and pretending it was a candy bar. Five minutes later, this Almond Joy Smoothie happened. And suddenly I wasn't missing a thing! It's creamy, chocolatey, nutty, and just coconutty enough to make you feel like you've escaped to somewhere warm without leaving your blender or your kitchen!
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Chocolate fix zero regrets
It tastes like dessert, blends like a milkshake, and secretly pulls double duty as breakfast. If a candy bar and a sensible smoothie had a glow-up moment, this would be it. Grab that blender-this one's about to become your new chocolate fix with benefits.
Almond Joy Smoothie
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- 1 high speed blender or smoothie maker
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large frozen banana
- 3 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
- ¼ teaspoon coconut extract optional but magical
- handful of ice
- pinch of salt optional
- 1-2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or coconut flakes for topping optional but let's be honest… highly encouraged!!
Instructions
- Add everything to the blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness or coconut flavor.
- Pour into a tall glass and add a few chocolate chips or coconut flakes on top if you're feeling fancy.
Notes
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Ingredients
Please refer to the recipe card for the exact measurements.
FAQ's
Oh yes please! Just add less liquid, and top it with sliced almonds, coconut and chocolate chips. Ladies and gentlemen... we have dessert!
It's best fresh, but you can refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Give it a quick shake or stir before drinking.
Deb's top tips
In case you're wondering, that tiny pinch of salt acts like a flavor booster. It doesn't make the smoothie salty at all. Instead, it sharpens the chocolate flavor, brings out the nuttiness of the almond butter, and balances the sweetness from the banana and maple syrup.
Think of it as turning up the volume on all the good stuff without adding anything new!
Blender favorites on repeat
If you're on a smoothie kick lately (same), I've got a few more blender favorites you'll want in your rotation.
My Apple Pie Smoothie tastes like fall in a glass with cozy cinnamon vibes and creamy goodness. The Green Power Smoothie is fresh, bright, and surprisingly craveable-even if you're normally suspicious of anything that color.
And if you love that almond + fruit combo happening here, the Cherry Almond Smoothie is a must. It's sweet, nutty, and feels a little fancy without any extra effort. Basically, your blender just found its new hobby.
Blend it. Sip it. Love it!
If you're craving something chocolatey but still want to feel good about what's in your glass, this smoothie checks all the boxes. What makes it extra fun is how it takes everyday ingredients-banana, almond butter, cocoa-and turns them into something that tastes unexpectedly indulgent. It's simple pantry staples doing a little flavor magic together.
Give it a whirl, pile on those toppings if you're feeling bold, and let me know how you make it your own. Leave a comment below. I love hearing what's blending at your house!
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