This Chocolate Coconut Avocado Smoothie is a must-make protein breakfast recipe. It’s a decadent combination that includes vanilla plant protein, rich cacao, nourishing seeds, 3 forms of coconut, luscious avocado, & a frozen banana. Without a doubt, this blend will be a staple!

Chocolate Coconut Avocado Smoothie in a glass with a straw in it sitting on a white marble counter with coconut flakes and an avocado in the background.

Dreamy, creamy, & made with healthy ingredients, this protein-packed smoothie will quickly become a staple at first sip (especially if you’re a chocolate & coconut fan)!

The base of this blend includes vanilla plant protein, rich cacao, nourishing seeds, 3 forms of coconut, luscious avocado, & a frozen banana. Also, if you’re concerned about the avocado, don’t be! The healthy fat fruit provides an ample amount of nutrition & creaminess.

Please let me know how much you love this Chocolate Coconut Avocado Smoothie recipe in the comments!

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

10/10 Post-Workout Smoothie: With the combination of plant protein & seeds, this chocolate coconut smoothie recipe is packed with over 25 grams of plant protein!
Super Nourishing: This Chocolate Coconut Avocado Smoothie recipe will keep you full & satisfied for several hours.
Fully Customizable: Make this blend your own by adding in some extra nutrients—I’ve listed some options further down in the post!

Avocado Smoothie Health Benefits

One of the key components to make this chocolate coconut 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

Chocolate Coconut Avocado Protein Smoothie in a glass with a straw in it sitting on a white marble counter with coconut flakes and an avocado in the background.

Ingredients

Organic Coconut Water: The perfect liquid to get things blended. My go-to brand is Harmless Harvest. It’s just one ingredient: organic coconut water. Oh, & it’s pink! So cute.
Organic Unsweetened Coconut: Shredded or flakes, both work, as they will be blended.
Organic Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil: To add some healthy fats that keep you full, energized, & focused.
Organic Chia Seeds: Organic chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, & so much more.
Organic Cacao Powder: It’s the perfect addition to make this protein smoothie decadent! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular Dutch cocoa powder. Review this Cacao Powder 101 post to learn more!
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.
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 coconut water, coconut oil, unsweetened coconut, seeds, cacao, plant protein, & 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!

Chocolate Coconut Avocado Smoothie in a Vitamix on a white marble counter.

Optional Smoothie Add-Ins

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

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 Coconut Avocado Smoothie recipe? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips:

Use Frozen Fruit: The ice from the frozen fruits adds thickness to the smoothie.
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.
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.
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.
Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie, in this case, a chocolate coconut 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 adding 1 organic pitted Medjool date 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 a vanilla 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 a tablespoon or two of organic raw cashew butter or organic raw almond butter without changing the taste that much.

Can I make this smoothie recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make this Chocolate Coconut 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.

Chocolate Coconut Avocado Smoothie Recipe in a glass with a straw in it sitting on a white marble counter with coconut flakes and an avocado in the background.

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CMG.