This Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie is a high fibre, protein rich, sustaining start to the day. It takes minutes to make so there is no reason at all to buy the heavily processed, nutritionally void varieties of breakfast drinks I have written about here.
If the convenience of a boxed drink is necessary, why not serve it in a sipper cup with a stainless steel straw. Same same but actually good for you!
Health benefits
Avocado is a fibre rich source of potassium and healthy monounsaturated fat (amongst many other things). It’s anti-inflammatory and supports heart, brain, and eye health. The nuts and seeds contribute more fibre, protein, and good fats. The cacao is a source of health-giving antioxidants. The natural yogurt is important for digestive health and a good quality cow’s milk contributes protein and many important fat-soluble vitamins and minerals. For more about the health benefits and best choices in yoghurt click here.
Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit your specific dietary requirements.
Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie (that will really get you up and on the go)
Ingredients
- 30 g cacao unsweetened Dutch process or raw (2 tbsp)
- ½ avocado/s -flesh scooped out
- 250 ml milk (1 cup) of your choice
- 60 g full-fat natural yoghurt (¼ cup)
- 2 tbsp LSA (or almond or hazelnut meal)
- 60 g rice malt syrup or maple syrup -more or less to taste (3 tbsp)
Method
- Simply place all of the ingredients in a powerful blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve over ice (or blend trhough with ice if you prefer). Can't be more simple than that!
Store
- Leftovers can be frozen into little cups or ice-block moulds for a snack another day.
Variations
Low-fructose
Sweeten with rice malt syrup.Nut -free
Replace the ground nuts with ground flax (linseed).Dairy-free and vegan
Replace the milk with a sugar-free nut milk, rice milk, coconut milk or coconut water. Replace the yoghurt with coconut yoghurt.Add Protein
I often add a scoop of 180 Nutrition Superfood Protein powder (coconut flavour). They have both a whey protein and vegan (dairy-free) options.Increase the fibre
Add 2 tablespoons of oatmeal, rolled quinoa or soaked chia seeds (for gluten free).Different flavour
Replace the cacao with the flavour you want. Banana, strawberry...the limit is your imagination.Is this a winner in your home? Let me know by posting a comment.
KezzaB says
Looks FAB Georgia! Think I’m give this a try for a pre soccer training snack this afternoon. Keep up the great work….very inspiring!!!
Georgia Harding says
Thanks Kez. It’s a great before sport drink and tastes just like a chocolate thick shake so the kids are happy (at least mine are). G x
KezzaB says
PS: can I make it ahead of time or does it need to eaten straight away?
Georgia Harding says
I’ve only made it just before serving. I’m not sure how the avocado will hold up over time. If it’s only a short time blend it then add ice blend again and keep cold. If a longer time store in the freezer – it would be yum part frozen. Let me know how you go. G x
Sally says
Now that’s a smoothie! Really yum, made it after school today and added the oatmeal, filled them up very nicely thanks Georgia!
Georgia Harding says
Great to hear. Thanks for the feedback Sally. G x
RoseC says
This sounds yummy. Might try it tomorrow for breakfast.
Georgia Harding says
Definitely worth a try, hope you enjoy it. G x
Lucy says
I’ve been looking for a new breakfast meal… will be trying this one tomorrow 🙂
x
Georgia Harding says
It’s like having dessert for breakfast. Enjoy. G x
Lucy says
Also… love the straws!!
Georgia Harding says
I know, so cute. G x
Jodie says
This is the best smoothie I have yet to make in my new quest to eat clean and healthy. I never thought that all those ingredients could taste so good together. I also added raspberries, then I did a kind of raspberry ripe (aka Cherry Ripe) style with coconut milk. Yummo!
Georgia Harding says
Thanks for sharing Jodie. Yes chocolate, coconut and berries is a match made in heaven. Glad you enjoy it, G x
Ali S says
YUM!! I had a lovely organic mango yoghurt in the fridge so I didn’t use the cacao powder and it was still delicious! I feel so full after drinking this!
Your blog is fantastic – the advice and recipes you freely provide are delicious, nourishing and truly inspiring. Thank you! My family is really benefiting 🙂
Simona says
Love, Love, Love anything that is chocolatey and healthy! Particularly for breakfast!
Georgia Harding says
Yes this is a great alternative to any other chocolate breakfast out there, G x
Mel says
yum sounds awesome
Georgia Harding says
it is a surprisingly lovely combination. G x
Tracey says
Ooohhh. Would never have thought to use avocado!
Georgia Harding says
Yes it sits well behind other flavours and lends a very creamy texture. G x
Teeny says
These recipes are truly inspiring and I’m all set to get going in the kitchen but I’m dying to know… where can I buy raw milk in Sydney? I’m on the Northern Beaches/North Shore.
Georgia Harding says
I’m not familiar with your area but a health food or organic store will most likely have it – it will be labeled not as raw milk but as ‘bath’ or ‘cosmetic’ milk and ‘not for human consumption milk’ (as the law requires pasteurisation). Ask around, good luck, G x
Leoni says
HI Teeny, I think you can get it at Always Organic in Brookvale -682 Pittwater Rd – it’s opp the Rivers store, same side as Vinnies, somewhere between Vinnies and Hardware & General. Perhaps call them first 99391913.
Janey says
Delicious! I made this for the first time this morning, and it filled me up until lunchtime! I’ve made a chocolate mousse using similar ingredients, but hadn’t thought of using as a smoothie. Thanks so much!
Georgia Harding says
You’re welcome Janey, glad you liked it G x
Georgia Harding says
You’re welcome Janey, glad you liked it G x
Leah says
A thumbs down from me & my kids with the dairy free version using almond milk. Maybe it’s the almond meal as it had a real powdery feel even though mixed really well.
Georgia Harding says
That’s a shame Leah – I find almond milk does have a gritty texture generally. Personally I always mix it with coconut milk for a more creamy texture. G x
CatsEnergyNY says
Finally trying for first time!! Decided to place all ingredients into my smartpot pressure cooker. Popular here in the states….. will let You know how it goes! The smell alone mix of all the ingredients mixed together was amazing!
Georgia Harding says
Intersting, love to hear how that goes G x
Bec says
Hi Georgia
What are your thoughts on protein powders added to smoothies etc for more protein? I noticed you don’t seem to use them in your smoothies.
I have an organic pea protein with no additives, i add to smoothies so that I have protein in the mornings.
Or Is it better to get protein from whole foods like nuts etc?
Thanks!
Georgia Harding says
Hi Bec
If you feel they help to sustain you, then by all means add protein powder. I tend to steer away from them on the blog as I find that whilst for some people a pea protein feels good, for others it causes problems (same with whey based products). I also find a lot of protein powders are full of nasties and loads of sugar – so it’s good that you’ve chosen a good quality supplement from the sounds of it. G x
Bec says
Thanks for your reply, appreciate it!
And I really enjoy your blog & great recipes suitable to busy life! 🙂
Sharolyn says
I’m keen to hear your thoughts about the best yoghurts but the link didn’t work for me. Any idea where I can read it? Thank you! Breakfast is a struggle for me but this sounds perfect for summer.
Georgia Harding says
Hi Sharolyn, sorry, that yoghurt link is fixed now. Yes this is an easy, quick brekkie option for sure. Enjoy G x
Sharolyn says
Thanks Georgia!
Renee says
Oh this is amazing!!! Thick texture and creamy, it is so yummy. My new go to breakfast
Georgia Harding says
Glad you enjoy it Renee, we love it too G x
Silvana Anthony says
I thought it was delicious so did my son but my daughter for whom I made it said it was powdery and too chocolatey so will decrease the cacao. In saying that she’s a big junk food milo lover so that’s why I’m trying to give her this drink instead, hopefully over time she will enjoy this one much more ?
Georgia Harding says
Two out of three I’ll take!! Yes Silvana definitely persist, it’s such an adaptable recipe so play with the amount of cacao and sweetener until she is happy with the flavour. Good luck Gx
Bec says
Do you taste the avo in it
Georgia Harding says
As long as you don’t use a large avo, no. Making sure it’s chilled helps a lot so don’t leave out the ice. If it is recognisable, add more cacao or sweetener. G x
Kylie Blascetta says
New WN Family member here – I made this today after making the Nut Free Cacao balls in my Thermomix with a little left over mixture in the bowl. I added a tablespoon of oats and swapped out the yoghurt for a banana – it came out like thick like a thick shake, which I loved! I think this will be a great breakfast or afternoon tea smoothie, especially on the days we are rushing out the door to kids sports. Thanks Georgia!
Georgia Harding says
I love you adaptations Kylie, it’s a fab versatile recipe for sure G x