Last Updated on June 2, 2025 by Christin Gillespie

This Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie is the perfect healthy protein recipe that will provide you with a natural energy boost to kickstart the day. It’s rich, creamy, & includes several health benefits that you don’t want to pass up!

Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie in a glass with coconut yogurt and matcha powder with a straw in it sitting on a white marble counter.

Even if you think you don’t like the vibrant green tea, this Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie recipe is definitely one that you have to try!

Matcha has been around for centuries, & it’s definitely having a moment. There are several upsides to including it in your lifestyle (more details below).

While matcha is the main component in creating this blend, there are a few other staple ingredients that make it a 10/10! Such as your go-to non-dairy milk, plain coconut yogurt, seeds, & a frozen banana to make it super creamy.

This protein-packed matcha smoothie will provide you with a nice & natural energy boost, unlike the harsh coffee crash.

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie

Perfect Protein Smoothie: Whether you’re making it post-workout or for breakfast, this Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie recipe features 30 grams of plant-based protein to keep you full & satisfied.
Loaded with Nutrition: The combination of healthy fats, plant protein, & organic ingredients found in this blend will have you fully nourished.
Fully Customizable: I have listed options further down in the post to add even more wholesome goodness to your chocolate protein smoothie.

Matcha Health Benefits

What takes this chocolate yogurt protein smoothie recipe to the next level is obviously the matcha. Oh, & if you’re unfamiliar with matcha, it’s essentially a powdered form of a high-quality green tea. When selecting a matcha brand, as always, quality is essential! Yes, they’re on the higher price ends, but there’s nothing funky in it. This way you can receive all of the matcha benefits without the negative side effects. While there are several benefits of this powerful & vibrant green tea, here are just a few.

Boosts Metabolism
Enhances Concentration & Focus
Combats Premature Aging
Promotes Heart Health

Check out this Matcha 101 post for tips, brands, & everything you need to know about the vibrant green tea.

Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Protein Smoothie in a glass with coconut yogurt and matcha powder with a straw in it sitting on a white marble counter.

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 Coconut Yogurt: Thick & tangy coconut yogurt adds some extra creaminess to this chocolate protein smoothie. Just be sure to use a plain flavor, because the extra sugar isn’t needed in this blend. To learn more, review this Coconut Yogurt 101 post for tips, brands, & everything you need to know about the dairy-free alternative.
Organic Matcha Powder: Be sure to check out this Matcha 101 post for tips, brands, & everything you need to know about the vibrant green tea.
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 Cacao Powder: It’s the perfect addition to make this healthy protein smoothie chocolatey! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular Dutch cocoa powder. To learn more, look into this Cacao Powder 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.
Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals and beautifully enhances the flavor.
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, yogurt, matcha powder, seeds, cacao powder, vanilla plant protein, & 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, and 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 Matcha Yogurt 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 healthy Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie recipe:

Organic Cacao Nibs: Add 1 tablespoon of organic cacao nibs to provide this smoothie with lots of texture at every sip. Simply add organic cacao nibs at the last minute to your smoothie, then blend once more.
Organic Cold Brew: Prefer coffee over matcha? Check out this Mocha Yogurt Protein Smoothie recipe!
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 healthy Chocolate Matcha Yogurt Smoothie recipe? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips:

Use Frozen Fruit: The ice from the frozen banana 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 properly blend the frozen ingredients, so start lower, then gradually increase the speed.
Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie, in this case, a chocolate matcha 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 provides 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 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 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 vanilla plant protein powder for this creamy chocolate 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 vanilla protein powder on hand, no worries! To increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon or two of 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 Matcha Yogurt 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 Matcha Yogurt Smoothie Recipe in a glass with coconut yogurt and matcha powder with a straw in it sitting on a white marble counter.

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Xoxo.

CMG.