Creamy Healthy Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
Chocolate ice cream for breakfast? What kid would say no to that?! But this Chocolate Smoothie Bowl is a WIN for parents too!
Flavor-wise this “ice cream” bowl is rich chocolate, the ingredients in it give a fantastic nutritional boost to your kid’s day. Oh, and there’s no processed sugar or artificial sweeteners here!
This Chocolate Smoothie contains everything a child (and us adults too!) need in a meal:
- Proteins, fats and complex carbohydrates keep tummies satisfied and provide lasting energy
- Hemp hearts and flaxseeds are full of healthy fats and omega 3s (which reduce inflammation and boost brain development!)
- Raw cacao gives a tasty chocolate flavor and is full of beneficial antioxidants
- Figs contribute a hit of B vitamins and iron! (Plus, figs help give you the creamy ice cream texture we all love!)
In short, this smoothie not only tastes good but is a dose of good health in a bowl! You little ones will be asking for more and you’ll be only too happy to comply!
Blend up a bowl full and give it a try!
Chocolate Smoothie Bowl Ingredients
(Makes 2 cups)
- 1 large banana, frozen
- 1 dried figg
- 6 ice cubes
- 3 tbs raw cacao
- 2 tbs hemp hearts
- 1 tbs ground flaxseed
- 3 tbs coconut milk
- 1 tbs pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 tsp greens + or 1/4 tsp matcha, optional
- 1 tbs shredded coconut for topping
- 1/2 tbs cacao nibs for topping
In a blender combine all ingredients except the toppings. The mixture will be very thick so you may need to use a tamper to press everything down. Depending on how powerful your blender is, you may need to add a tablespoon of water to help it along.
When mixture is fully combined, use a spatula to divide into bowls and top with your favorite toppings! Can be eaten right away or frozen for 15 minutes to thicken.
TIP: I like to add a nutritional boost to my smoothies hence the greens/matcha. This does change the flavor ever so slightly so add one more tablespoon of syrup to counter the taste. Or, leave it out and enjoy as is!
TIP: Frozen bananas help keep the texture creamy and thick. If using raw bananas place the mixture into the freezer for fifteen minutes to thicken.
Grab your free printable version of this Chocolate Smoothie Recipe here:
Ingredients
- 1 large banana, frozen
- 1 dried figg
- 6 ice cubes
- 3 tbs raw cacao
- 2 tbs hemp hearts
- 1 tbs ground flaxseed
- 3 tbs coconut milk
- 1 tbs pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 tsp greens + or 1/4 tsp matcha, optional
- 1 tbs shredded coconut for topping
- 1/2 tbs cacao nibs for topping
Instructions
- In a blender combine all ingredients except the toppings. The mixture will be very thick so you may need to use a tamper to press everything down. Depending on how powerful your blender is, you may need to add a tablespoon of water to help it along.
- When mixture is fully combined, use a spatula to divide into bowls and top with your favorite toppings! Can be eaten right away or frozen for 15 minutes to thicken.
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