Healthy Chocolate Banana Smoothie With Flax

This healthy chocolate banana smoothie recipe with flax is a delicious breakfast or pre-workout snack. It’s vegan, plant-based, and so easy to make.

My name is Shane, I’m a chocolate addict and I freely admit it. If you can identify just wait until you try this amazing chocolate banana smoothie.

Just for the record, I am not a fan of using smoothies as a meal replacement. But, we all know life just gets busy sometimes. So, it’s always good to have a backup plan that nourishes your body and gives you a little boost until lunch.

This chocolate smoothie recipe is perfect. It’s so delicious and healthy. Yes, healthy! There’s absolutely no crap in it and naturally sweetened. It’s made with bananas, raw cacao powder, dates, and ground flax seeds.

Nothing is more decadent than dark chocolate and this smoothie recipe is filled with amazing chocolate flavor while filling you with nutrients, antioxidants, and good fats.

If you want more chocolate flavor, sprinkle some cacao nibs or shaved dark chocolate on top. It’ll bring you one sip closer to heaven.

Are Flax Seeds Healthy

Yes, yes, and yes! The health benefits of adding flax to your diet can’t be denied. Flax is full of nutrients, high in fiber, and an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids (healthy fats).

It’s a much healthier option for your smoothies than protein powder. You can also add ground flax to your oatmeal, use it as an egg replacement for baking, or even mix it into your favorite spread when making a veggie sandwich.

Be sure and use ground flax or grind it up before adding it to your food. It’s much easier for your body to digest it.

Chocolate Banana Smoothie Ingredients

This healthy chocolate banana smoothie is so easy to make and uses simple everyday ingredients. You’ll get a good dose of nutrients with a little chocolate treat to boot.

• Unsweetened Almond Milk: this is my personal choice because it’s great for creamy recipes like this one. But, you can use whatever non-dairy milk of your choice.
• Bananas: you want your bananas to be fairly ripe. They’ll be sweeter, have a much better flavor, and add the right amount of creaminess.
• Raw cacao powder: regular cocoa powder works as well.
• Dates: I prefer Medjool dates, but you may use any dates that are available, just make sure they are pitted.
• Ground flax seed: a great source of omega-3s and fiber.
• Ice cubes: if you don’t like cold smoothies you can leave these out. But, it’s much more enjoyable as a chilled drink.

How To Make Chocolate Banana Smoothie

You can prepare this smoothie in minutes which makes it perfect for a quick, out-the-door snack.

Here’s how simple it is to make this recipe:

• Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
• Pour into an 8-ounce glass and enjoy!

That’s it!

Recipe Notes, Tips, and Substitutions

• Frozen Bananas: use frozen bananas instead of ice cubes for your smoothies. Once the bananas are ripe simply peel them, slice them roughly the size of ice cubes, and store them in a freezer-safe bag or container.
• Dairy-free Milk Choices: try using my homemade cashew milk or oat milk for this recipe.
• Chia Seeds: if you don’t have flax chia seeds are excellent.
• Nut Butters: add a scoop of almond butter or peanut butter to make this your post-workout shake.
• Sweeteners: if you don’t have dates you could use 1-2 tablespoon of maple syrup or honey. Please keep in mind that honey is not vegan, but some who are plant-based do use it as a replacement for sugar.
• Greens: toss in some chopped kale or spinach for some added nutrition.

I hope you enjoy this healthy Chocolate Banana Smoothie with flax. Please leave a comment below with a star rating. And, be sure and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!