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This Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie is surprisingly simple and delicious. Give it a try for a quick breakfast on-the-go or snack idea!
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Smoothies are a great way to start your day and they make an easy snack idea. They come together so quickly and easily, and the flavor combinations are literally endless!
This Chocolate Covered Straberry Smoothie is one of my kids’ favorite. We almost always have all of the ingredients on hand. This recipe is great whether the kids want a quick breakfast on-the-go or need an easy snack between meals to tide them over.
Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie: Ingredients & Substitutions
To make this recipe for Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie, you will need …
Ingredients
- strawberries – fresh or frozen.
- banana – provides some sweetness and added nutrition.
- plain Greek yogurt – used to thicken the smoothie and adds calcium, protein, and other nutrients.
- milk – or your favorite non-dairy alternative. You can even use chocolate milk!
- protein powder – optional. Unflavored or chocolate are the best choices.
- cocoa powder – adds that yummy chocolate flavor!
- vanilla extract – used for flavor.
- ice – the more you use, the thicker the smoothie will be.
Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie: FAQs
Yogurt is great is smoothies because it adds a good amount of protein and help keep you feeling full longer.
– 1. Liquids. This is what helps everything blend well.
– 2. Base. Typically, fruits, veggies, nuts, and other flavorings.
– 3. Ice. Blends in to help combine and thicken everything up.
Actually, you can!
– Method one is to prepare your smoothie as stated in the recipe. Transfer the smoothie to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2-3 days. Give it a good shake before drinking.
– Method two is to combine your fruit and dry ingredients into a zip-top freezer bag and freeze for up to three months. To prepare the smoothie, combine the frozen ingredients with the milk, yogurt, and vanilla extract called for in the recipe in a blender.
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Shake
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Ingredients
- 4-6 fresh or frozen strawberries
- ½ – 1 medium ripe banana
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup milk or non-dairy alternative
- 1 serving unflavored or chocolate protein powder, optional
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice, to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a large blender and blend until completely mixed and frothy, adding ice to reach your desired level of thickness.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe makes two smaller smoothies or one large smoothie.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Originally published on June 7, 2012. Updated on February 23, 2022.
Yum! I can get my chocolate fix and still tell myself that it's healthy. 😉
Absolutely 🙂
This looks and sounds delicious! You can never go wrong with chocolate and strawberry! I am a new follower. Check out my smoothie # 22!
Thanks for stopping by Teri 🙂
Hee, I'm not a milk drinker, either–so I'm with you on the addition of the chocolate! =) Stopping by from the Challenge!
Glad I'm not alone 😉 Thanks for stopping by!
Welcome to the Crazy Cooking Challenge. Love Chocolate, Love Strawberries, and I am totally with you on the chocolate milk thing! Good Choice!
I normally don't even do chocolate milk! LOL Thanks for stopping by and commenting 🙂
Looks like a great smoothie. And I LOVE all your pinterest boards (following you now). I have vowed to make smoothies once a day all summer long, breakfast or a dinner substitute on hot summer days and I can't wait to try ALL of the Crazy Cooking Challenge recipes from this month. Thanks so much for participating.
Thank you so much for hosting this fun challenge Tina! I honestly forgot how easy smoothies/shakes are to make … This has motivated to have more of them too! Pinterest is one of my many addictions … I'm sure you could tell by all my boards 🙂
Chocolate – that does it. This is a wonderful combination.
Thank you Chaya 🙂
This is one of my favorite blog linkups! Your smoothie looks amazing!!!
#31
Thanks for stopping by Jen! It may very well become one of my favorites as well 🙂 Loved your Banana Fosters Smoothie as well!
Hi Jamie, I'm glad you decided to join the Crazy Cooking Challenge. I luv your chocolate covered strawberry shake and of course I'm going to have to make it. The warm weather gives me the 'o.k.' to make smoothies and shakes instead of eating a sandwich. Thanks so much for sharing.
Thanks also for following me, I appreciate it. Please visit my Berry Smooth at CC #17..
Joanne
Thanks for stopping by! I had a lot of fun with the Challenge! I look forward to participating in many more 🙂
So yummy! You can't beat chocolate and strawberries 🙂
Thanks for stopping by, Melissa! I totally agree 🙂
Why have I never thought of this before? Oh yes! Chocolate and strawberries together, and to be able to drink it with a straw! I think you are my new BFF!
Ha! Having chocolate was a prerequisite for me 😉