Chocolate Brazil Nut Superfood Smoothie

Last Updated on May 29, 2025 by Christin Gillespie

This Chocolate Brazil Nut Superfood Smoothie is an over-the-top recipe to start off the day. It’s loaded with selenium, packed with plant-based protein, & full of energizing superfoods to enhance your overall health!

The classic Chocolate Superfood Protein Smoothie is getting a Brazil nut upgrade on the blog & I could not be more excited to share this version.

While the two blends are very similar, this Brazil nut-infused one is jam-packed with powerful antioxidant properties due to the high selenium content. Oh, & if you’re new to Brazil nuts, 3 per day is the optimal amount, because eating too many can lead to some selenium toxicity & we’re not going to take any chances.

So without further ado, let’s get into the details!

Why You’ll Love This Superfood Smoothie Recipe

• Loaded with Superfoods: For added nutrition without compromising the taste!
• Tastes Super Decadent: Thanks to the inclusion of superfoods, it tastes like a chocolate dream.
• Perfect Protein Smoothie: Whether you’re making it post-workout or for breakfast, this Chocolate Brazil Nut Superfood Smoothie recipe will have you fully satisfied, as it is packed with over 30 grams of plant protein.

Superfood Health Benefits 

What makes this Brazil nut protein smoothie stand out from the others is the addition of superfoods. Superfoods provide you with the extra boost that your body needs. Here are just a few incredible health benefits of incorporating superfoods into this blend.

• High-Vibrational Energy
• Relieve Mild Stress & Promote Relaxation
• Decrease Inflammation
• Hormonal Balance
• Improve Cognitive Function

For additional superfood information, be sure to check out this Superfoods 101 post!

Ingredients

• Organic Liquids: A combination of organic unsweetened non-dairy milk & organic coconut water is the perfect duo to get things blended thoroughly.
• Organic Brazil Nuts: It wouldn’t be a Brazil nut smoothie without them! Brazil nuts are loaded with fiber, protein, thiamine, copper, & magnesium. In fact, they are considered to be the number one food source for selenium. 
• Organic Chia Seeds: Organic chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, & so much more.
• Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Organic ground flax seeds add a great little boost of fiber & minerals.
• Organic Superfoods: More specifically, organic gelatinized maca powder, organic mesquite powder, organic lucuma powder, & organic tocotrienols. If you only have a few of these incredible superfoods on hand, use them, but if you don’t have any of these, the smoothie will still be incredible without them. If you’re super confused about superfoods, check out this Superfoods 101 post!
• Organic Vanilla Plant Protein: Adding a scoop of protein powder helps to keep you full & satisfied longer. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & the recommended daily protein intake.
• Organic Cacao Powder: It’s the perfect addition to make this blend chocolatey! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular Dutch cocoa powder. Check out this Cacao Powder 101 post to learn more!
• Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals & beautifully enhances the flavor.
• Organic Frozen Banana: It’s best to use a frozen banana to create that super thick & creamy texture. 

How to Make

• Blend the Liquids & Powders. First, add the non-dairy milk, Brazil nuts, seeds, superfoods, plant protein, cacao powder, & sea salt to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
• Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Next, add in the frozen banana. Blend until smooth & creamy. If needed, you can pause the blender, remove the lid, & scrape down the sides so that everything is fully incorporated. You may need to add a little more liquid depending on how thick/thin you like your smoothies.
• Serve. Pour into a chilled glass & enjoy!

Optional Smoothie Add-Ins

Feel free to truly make this blend your own! Here are a few suggestions to amp up this Chocolate Brazil Nut Superfood Smoothie recipe:

• Organic Hemp Seeds: Add in a tablespoon of organic hemp seeds for a boost of healthy fats, protein, omegas, & minerals.
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: Enhance the creaminess with a scoop of organic plain coconut yogurt.
• Organic Greens: Greens are packed with so many minerals, vitamins, & antioxidants. I recommend baby spinach if you’re new to green smoothies, but kale, Swiss chard, mustard greens, collard greens, or mixed greens all work.

Tips for Making the Perfect Smoothie

Interested in how to make the best Chocolate Brazil Nut Superfood Smoothie recipe? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips:

1. Use Frozen Fruit: Adding a frozen banana to this smoothie is the only way to go, as it adds thickness to the smoothie.
2. Adjust Liquid Amount: If you find that your smoothie is too thick to blend, don’t worry! Just add a bit more liquid, blend, open the cover, scrape down the sides if needed, & blend again. When possible, always use a larger high-speed blender instead, as it will blend the ingredients much better.
3. How to Make: Add your liquid first & blend your powders first, before adding your frozen ingredients. This is my personal favorite way of preparing my smoothies. Blending the liquid & powders first ensures that your powders blend completely.
4. Smoothie Blending Tip: Start your blender on low to medium speed. If you blend the smoothie too quickly from the beginning, it’s really hard for the blender to properly blend the frozen ingredients—so start lower & then gradually increase the speed.
5. Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie or, in this case, a chocolate superfood milkshake! Put your serving glass in the fridge or freezer while you’re making your blend to ensure a chilled smoothie at every sip.

Smoothie FAQs

Do I have to use a frozen banana?

The frozen banana provides a thick & creamy consistency. If using a fresh banana, be sure to add a handful of ice cubes to achieve a cold smoothie. However, if you’re looking to remove the banana altogether because you’re allergic or simply don’t like them, you can replace it with ½ cup of frozen organic zucchini, ½ cup of frozen organic cauliflower, ½ cup of frozen organic coconut meat, or ½ cup of frozen organic avocado chunks. If you elect to make this a banana-free smoothie, I recommend adding 1 organic pitted Medjool date or 2 tsp Manuka honey to maintain its sweetness.

Is it healthy to have a smoothie?

I wouldn’t post something that was unhealthy. Having a smoothie full of protein, healthy fats, & superfoods for a post-workout breakfast is great because you’ll be getting essential vitamins, nutrients, & protein first thing. However, some smoothies on the market or on the web can be loaded with tons of fruit, added sugar, & nonsense, making them a less healthy option. 

What is the best protein powder to use?

I used an organic vanilla plant protein powder for this Chocolate Brazil Nut Superfood Smoothie. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & the recommended daily protein intake.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have vanilla protein powder on hand, no worries! To increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon or two of organic hemp seeds without changing the taste too much.

Do I have to add superfoods?

Even though this is a superfood smoothie recipe, you are not required to add them. However, I do recommend looking into them, as there are incredible benefits to consuming them regularly. And if you only have a couple of superfood powders, that’s great! Use what you’ve got for this smoothie recipe. For additional superfood information, be sure to check out this Superfoods 101 post!

Can I make this protein smoothie recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make this Chocolate Brazil Nut Superfood Smoothie recipe as is for later. Check out this How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance post to achieve the best results.

More Chocolate Superfood Smoothie Recipes You’ll Love

• Chocolate Superfood Protein Smoothie
• Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie
• Chocolate Almond Butter Superfood Smoothie
• Mocha Maca Protein Smoothie

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Xoxo.

CMG.

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