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Frozen banana blended with cocoa powder and almond butter creates something close to a soft-serve chocolate shake, no dairy or ice cream needed at all. A small pinch of salt in the mix actually sharpens the chocolate flavor rather than making the shake taste salty, a trick borrowed from good brownie recipes.
Per serving
380kcal
Calories
9g
Protein
46g
Carbs
19g
Fat
9
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
0 min
Servings
1 people
Difficulty
easy
Fiber
24g
Sugar
Follow step-by-step with voice guidance.
Add the frozen banana, almond butter, cocoa powder, almond milk, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt to a blender.
Blend on high speed for 45-60 seconds, until thick and completely smooth.
If the mixture is too thick for your blender to process, add almond milk a tablespoon at a time until it moves but stays thick.
Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate intensity as needed.
Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Use Well-Frozen Banana: This is what gives the shake its thick, creamy texture close to soft-serve, without needing any ice cream or dairy. Add a Pinch of Salt: A small amount actually enhances and sharpens the chocolate flavor rather than making the shake taste salty - this is a classic trick from brownie and chocolate dessert recipes. Thin Gradually If Needed: Add extra almond milk only a tablespoon at a time to avoid accidentally making the shake too thin.
Yes, peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter (for a nut-free option) all work well as substitutes.
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