This Chocolate Strawberry Banana Smoothie is thick, creamy, and naturally sweet, with rich cocoa flavor and fresh fruit goodness. Made with frozen strawberries, ripe banana, cocoa powder, and milk, it tastes like a chocolate-dipped strawberry milkshake—yet it’s quick, nourishing, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a healthier dessert.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 ripe banana
- ¾ –1 cup milk dairy, almond, oat, soy, or coconut
- Flavor Base
- 1 –2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pantry & Optional Add-Ins
- 1 –2 tsp honey or maple syrup optional
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or 1 scoop protein powder optional
- Ice cubes optional, for extra thickness
Instructions
- Prep
- If using fresh strawberries, wash, hull, and freeze for 1–2 hours.
- Peel and slice banana if large for easier blending.
- Measure all ingredients before blending.
- Blending Method
- Add milk to the blender first.
- Add frozen strawberries, banana, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and any optional add-ins.
- Blend on high for 30–60 seconds until completely smooth.
- Scrape down sides if needed and blend again briefly.
- Texture Check
- Smoothie should be thick and creamy.
- Too thick? Add a splash of milk.
- Too thin? Add more frozen strawberries or ice.
- Finish
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately. Optional: dust with cocoa powder or garnish with sliced strawberries.
Notes
- Frozen fruit is key for a milkshake-like texture.
- Start with less cocoa powder and add more to taste—too much can be bitter.
- Ripe bananas provide natural sweetness without added sugar.