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    Home » Breakfast and Brunch Recipes » Smoothies and Shakes » Chocolate Almond Smoothie with Hemp Hearts

    Chocolate Almond Smoothie with Hemp Hearts

    Published: Feb 24, 2015 · Modified: Jan 25, 2021 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · Leave a Comment

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    This vegan Chocolate Almond Smoothie tastes like a rich and creamy nutty candy bar. Made with almond butter and hemp hearts and sweetened naturally with ripe bananas and dates, it's packed with protein to keep you feeling full all morning.

    Two glasses of vegan chocolate almond smoothie with hemp hearts.
    This vegan chocolate almond smoothie makes a favourite breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.

    Can you think of a better way to start your day than with chocolate?

    This vegan Chocolate Almond Milk Smoothie is my favourite go-to breakfast when I want a change from my other morning smoothies, (or when I don't want to run out to the garden in my PJ's to pick some kale or sprouts for a green smoothie.)

    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    Made with almond milk, almond butter, banana, dates, cocoa and hemp hearts, this vegan chocolate smoothie is a rich and creamy high-protein way to get your day off to a great energizing start!

    It also makes a great late afternoon pick-me-up! When you're feeling a little low, or a little hungry, reach for this healthy smoothie instead of something with empty calories.

    A brown stoneware jug of milk with a banana beside it.

    🛒 Chocolate Almond Smoothie Ingredients

    While the photos here show two glasses, the recipe in the recipe card below is for one serving. Check to see if you have everything you'll need:

    • almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
    • ripe banana
    • almond butter
    • Medjool dates, pitted
    • ground cacao or unsweetened cocoa
    • hemp seeds (hemp hearts)
    • ice cubes
    • cacao nibs or cocoa and cinnamon or flaked almonds for garnish

    🥄 Instructions

    Just whir everything in a blender, grab a glass or a travel mug and begin your day with a burst of energy.

    Overhead view of a glass of chocolate almond smoothie with cacao nibs.

    ❓Readers' Questions

    Are hemp hearts good for you?

    Hemp hearts, also known as hemp seeds, contain high levels of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids which may help to support cholesterol levels, your immune system, and may help regulate your metabolism. They're also a good source of iron, Vitamin E, manganese, magnesium, B-Vitamins and zinc. Yes, they're good for you!
     

    👍🏼 Helpful Tip

    Plan ahead! Slice and freeze overripe bananas to add to this smoothie! Peel spotty bananas, slice into rounds about ¼ to ½ inch thick and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.

    Once they're frozen, transfer the slices to a freezer container or freezer bag, and use a few at a time to make your smoothies. A natural sweetener!

    🔁 Possible Variations

    Substitute your favourite plant-based milk for the almond milk, or use cocoa instead of cacao if you prefer. It will still taste like chocolate heaven.

    Swap peanut butter or other nut butter for the almond butter.

    Make it a mocha! Add ¼ cup of brewed coffee to the blender to give it a mocha flavour, like this Mocha Almond Smoothie Bowl recipe.

    Like it thicker? Add a teaspoon or two of chia seeds.

    🗒 More healthy smoothie recipes

    • Simple Orange Collagen Creamsicle Shake
    • Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Smoothie
    • Clean-eating Tropical Turmeric Smoothie
    • Pineapple Orange Green Smoothie with Microgreens

    When you make this chocolate almond smoothie, please leave a comment and a rating below. I love hearing when you've made one of my recipes! Thanks in advance.

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    Chocolate Almond Smoothie made with raw cacao, hemp, almonds and dates. |www.flavourandsavour.com

    Chocolate Almond Smoothie

    A rich and creamy Chocolate Almond Smoothie made with cacao or cocoa, almond milk, almond butter, dates and hemp seeds.
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    Course: Drinks and Smoothies
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 417kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup almond milk or other non-dairy milk
    • ½ ripe banana
    • 1 tablespoon almond butter
    • 2 Medjool dates, pitted
    • 1 tablespoon ground cacao or cocoa
    • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds (hemp hearts)
    • 2 ice cubes
    • cacao nibs or cocoa or cinnamon for garnish

    Instructions

    • Put all ingredients except the cacao nibs in a blender and process until smooth. Garnish. Double the recipe for 2 servings.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 330mg | Potassium: 741mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 417mg | Iron: 4mg
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