Chocolate Cashew Butter Avocado Smoothie

Last Updated on May 30, 2025 by Christin Gillespie

Creamy, protein-packed, & created with healthy ingredients, this Chocolate Cashew Butter Avocado Smoothie recipe is a must-make. It’s the perfect post-workout breakfast smoothie, as it includes over 30 grams of plant protein while tasting like a treat!

If you’re on the hunt for a new protein blend, this Chocolate Cashew Butter Avocado Smoothie is calling your name. It’s created with healthy ingredients, packed with over 30 grams of plant protein, & seriously tastes like a treat. 

Thanks to the avocado addition, it provides the dreamiest consistency, & don’t worry, you cannot taste it whatsoever. Pinky promise. Not only is it super thick, but it’s nutty thanks to the cashew butter & rich in cacao. 

So, without further ado, let’s get blending! 

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Avocado Smoothie Recipe

• Nutrient Packed: Full of superfoods, this chocolate avocado protein smoothie has an abundant amount of benefits for optimal health. 
• Perfect Protein Smoothie: Whether you’re making it post-workout or for breakfast, this blend will have you fully satisfied, as it is packed with over 30 grams of plant protein.
• Tastes like a Dessert: This Chocolate Cashew Butter Avocado Smoothie is a creamy recipe that can be classified as a real treat! 

Avocado Health Benefits 

One of the key components to make this chocolate protein smoothie recipe extra luscious is the avocado. While avocados are not the most common smoothie add-in, they sure are a delicious & nutritious one. This healthy, fat fruit is full of creamy benefits that you just don’t want to miss! Organic avocados offer the following health benefits:

• Full of Healthy Fats to Improve Overall Health
• Promotes Healthy Digestion
• Enhances Focus
• Helps Regulate Blood Sugar Levels
• Packed with Anti-Inflammatory Compounds That May Prevent Several Diseases

Ingredients

• Organic Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk: Any non-dairy milk works in this recipe; just be sure to use homemade or trusted brands—I like MALK Organics, Three Trees, or Native Forest.
• Organic Chia Seeds: Organic chia seeds add some omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, & so much more.
• Organic Raw Cashew Butter: Cashew butter adds some extra creaminess & healthy fats to this chocolate smoothie. Be sure that your cashew butter is organic, raw, & unsalted. 
• Organic Unflavored 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, & recommended daily protein intake.
• Organic Vanilla Powder: If using an unflavored plant protein, I highly recommend adding just a smidge to enhance the flavor.
• Organic Cacao Powder: It’s the perfect addition to make this protein smoothie even more decadent! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular Dutch cocoa powder. Review this Cacao Powder 101 post to learn more!
• Manuka Honey: Adds the perfect amount of sweetness.
• Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals & beautifully enhances the flavor.
• Organic Avocado: Fresh or frozen, both work!
• Organic Frozen Banana: To create that ultra-thick & creamy texture that we all love in a smoothie, we’ll be adding in a frozen banana.

How to Make

• Blend the Liquids & Powders. First, add the non-dairy milk, seeds, raw cashew butter, plant protein, vanilla, cacao, Manuka honey, & sea salt to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
• Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Next, add in the frozen avocado & 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 Cashew Butter Avocado Smoothie recipe:

• Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Incorporate a tablespoon of organic ground flax seeds for a boost of fiber & minerals.
• Organic Hemp Seeds: Include a tablespoon of organic hemp seeds to provide this smoothie with even more healthy fats, protein, omegas, & minerals.
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: Enhance the creaminess with a scoop of organic plain coconut yogurt. 
• Organic Cacao Nibs: Add 1 tablespoon of organic cacao nibs at the last minute to your smoothie, then blend once more to provide lots of texture at every sip.
• 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 Cashew Butter Avocado Smoothie recipe? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips:

1. Use Frozen Fruit: The ice from the frozen fruits 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 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 hard for the blender to blend the frozen ingredients properly, so start lower, then gradually increase the speed.
5. Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie, in this case, a chocolate 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 in this recipe gives the smoothie a thick & creamy texture. 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 certainly can. If you elect to make this a banana-free smoothie, I recommend keeping the Manuka honey to maintain its sweetness.

Is it healthy to have a smoothie?

Duh! 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, unflavored plant protein powder for this chocolate avocado smoothie recipe. 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, & recommended daily protein intake.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have protein powder on hand, no worries! To amp up the protein content, you can add an extra tablespoon of hemp seeds without changing the taste that much.

Can I make this smoothie recipe in advance?

Totally! Feel free to make this Chocolate Cashew Butter Avocado Smoothie recipe as is or double it for later. To achieve the best results, check out this How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance post.

More Chocolate Protein Smoothie Recipes You’ll Love

• Chocolate Cashew Butter Smoothie
• Chocolate Yogurt Protein Smoothie
• Chocolate Matcha Superfood Smoothie
• Cashew Butter Mocha Smoothie
• Chocolate Brazil Nut Smoothie

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Xoxo.

CMG.

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