Vegan Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
Rich, fudgy, and impossibly creamy, this chocolate smoothie gets its velvety texture from ripe avocado rather than dairy — and you genuinely cannot tell the difference. The avocado blends completely smooth in under a minute, leaving behind nothing but a luscious, thick base that makes this feel more like a dessert than a drink. Unsweetened cocoa powder delivers deep chocolate flavor, while maple syrup and a splash of vanilla round everything out naturally without any refined or animal-derived sweeteners. A pinch of cinnamon is optional but adds a subtle warmth that takes the whole thing up a notch. Everything in this recipe is straightforwardly plant-based, so there's no label-checking or ingredient swapping required — just blend and pour. It makes two generous servings, so it's perfect for sharing or saving one for later in the day.
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2 servings
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and scooped
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups plant-based milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the avocado, cocoa powder, plant-based milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using) to a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed until completely smooth and no avocado chunks remain, about 45–60 seconds.
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