Print

Healthy Chocolate Hazelnut Fall Smoothie Recipe with Banana and Almond Milk

healthy chocolate hazelnut smoothie - featured image
Print Recipe

A cozy, fall-inspired smoothie blending rich hazelnut and chocolate flavors with banana and almond milk for a healthy, indulgent treat.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 large ripe banana
  • 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder
  • 1/4 cup (about 30 grams) toasted and roughly chopped hazelnuts
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4–5 ice cubes
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon almond butter

Instructions

  1. Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until skins blister and nuts smell fragrant. Let cool and rub off loose skins if desired.
  2. Peel and slice the ripe banana.
  3. Add toasted hazelnuts, sliced banana, raw cacao powder, almond milk, maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice cubes to a high-speed blender.
  4. Blend starting on low speed, gradually increasing to high, for about 60 seconds until smooth and creamy. Scrape down sides with a spatula midway.
  5. Adjust consistency by adding more almond milk if too thick or more ice/frozen banana if too thin.
  6. Pour into a glass and optionally garnish with chopped hazelnuts or a dusting of cacao powder.

Notes

Toast hazelnuts fresh for best flavor and easier blending. Start blending on low pulse to avoid overheating. Adjust liquid gradually for perfect consistency. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness. Ice cubes keep smoothie cool and thick. Can substitute oat or hemp milk and pumpkin seeds for nut-free option.

Nutrition

Keywords: healthy smoothie, chocolate hazelnut smoothie, fall smoothie, banana smoothie, almond milk smoothie, raw cacao, vegan smoothie, dairy-free smoothie

Find it online: https://lemonydrinks.com/healthy-chocolate-hazelnut-fall-smoothie-recipe-with-banana-and-almond-milk-easy-and-delicious/