This chocolate chia seed smoothie is so easy to make. It’s naturally sweetened with bananas and dates, and the chia seeds provide a filling texture. It’s the perfect quick breakfast for busy mornings, or a midday boost that everyone will love!
Ch-ch-ch-chia! This go-to chia smoothie recipe is delicious. With chia seeds , almonds, cocoa powder, dates, and a banana, it’s a chocolate-lover’s dream breakfast.
Drink it from a glass or turn it into a smoothie bowl with your favorite toppings. It’s super easy to make for a quick breakfast.
How to make a chia seed smoothie
One of the reasons we love smoothies so much is that they’re so easy to make! Here’s how this chia seed smoothie comes together in just three simple steps:
- Start by soaking the chia seeds. Add the chia seeds and water to your blender and let them sit.
- After a few minutes, add all the other ingredients.
- Blend all the ingredients together until smooth, then pour into your glass and enjoy!
Chia seed smoothie ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this smoothie with chia seeds:
- Water – this will be the liquid for the smoothie, and for soaking the chia seeds.
- Chia seeds
- Toasted almonds* – for a wonderful nutty taste. You can also use almond butter.
- Cocoa powder – adds that creamy chocolatey flavor we all love.
- Dates – to sweeten things up.
- Frozen banana – adds sweetness and bulk to the smoothie.
- Tip: Toast the almonds in a 400 degree Fahrenheit oven for 6-8 minutes, or until they are golden and fragrant.
Chia seed smoothie variations to try
Customize your chia seed smoothie with one of these ideas:
- Add a handful of spinach to the blender
- Add a ½ avocado for more creaminess
- Add berries for a wonderful chocolate berry flavor
- Use coconut water in place of water
- Use regular or dairy-free milk in place of water for more creaminess.
Can I use different nuts?
Sure! Cashews also work really well. Or add peanuts for the classic peanut and chocolate combo!
Can I use cacao powder instead of cocoa?
Definitely, these two powders can be used interchangeably.
My banana isn’t frozen. Can I still use it?
You can, but the smoothie won’t be cold and will have a different texture. Frozen bananas in smoothies add a lot of thickness and creaminess. In a pinch, add a handful of ice to your blender.
How to serve a chia seed smoothie
We like to drink this chocolate chia seed smoothie right from the glass, with a few toasted almonds and chia seeds on top.
If you’re feeling like something more substantial, turn it into a chia seed smoothie bowl! Top it with granola, hemp seeds, toasted nuts, shredded coconut, cacao nibs , or fresh fruit. It’s a great switch-up from our green smoothie bowl!
If you let the smoothie sit a while, it will turn into sweet chia seed pudding and you can add your favorite toppings for more of a dessert feel. You can see our chia matcha pudding recipe for more inspiration.
Chocolate Chia Seed Smoothie Recipe
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Ingredients
- ▢ 1 ¼ cups water
- ▢ 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ▢ ½ cup toasted almonds (see notes)
- ▢ 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ▢ 4 dates (pits removed)
- ▢ 1 frozen banana (peeled)
Instructions
- Put the chia seeds and water into your blender and let them sit for 5 minutes without blending. 1 ¼ cups water, 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Add the toasted almonds (reserve a few if you would like some for garnish), cocoa powder, dates, and frozen banana. ½ cup toasted almonds, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 4 dates, 1 frozen banana
- Blend on high for 30 seconds, or until your smoothie is very smooth. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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More recipes with chia seeds
For more inspiration, check out all of our smoothie recipes !
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Chocolate Chia Seed Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup toasted almonds , see notes
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 4 dates , pits removed
- 1 frozen banana , peeled
Instructions
- Put the chia seeds and water into your blender and let them sit for 5 minutes without blending. 1 ¼ cups water, 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Add the toasted almonds (reserve a few if you would like some for garnish), cocoa powder, dates, and frozen banana. ½ cup toasted almonds, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 4 dates, 1 frozen banana
- Blend on high for 30 seconds, or until your smoothie is very smooth. Enjoy!
Notes
https://www.theendlessmeal.com/chocolate-almond-chia-seed-smoothie/
