Guilt-free chocolate recipes? Yes, please!
Chocolate gets a bad rap for its high fat and sugar content, but raw cacao is a natural food with a plethora of health benefits. Chocolate made with limited sugar and dairy can be good for you. It delivers essential minerals like magnesium and boosts energy with a small amount of caffeine. These healthy low calorie chocolate smoothie recipes are made with clean ingredients and are low in sugar. They’re perfect for satisfying candy cravings! Creamy and smooth, they feel indulgent yet deliver bountiful nutrients. Check out these 13 low calorie chocolate smoothie recipes that are actually good for you!
Low Calorie Chocolate Smoothie Recipes that Taste Delicious
Chocolate can be both nutritious and delicious. These low calorie chocolate smoothie recipes provide you with a ton of health benefits, all while satisfying your chocolate cravings—what’s not to love?
1. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
This low calorie chocolate smoothie is higher in calories than some of the others on the list, but the calories come from heart-healthy nut fats. With 10 grams of protein, this smoothie makes a perfect post-workout snack.
Try the recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
2. Peanut Butter Mocha Espresso Shake
This simple shake only requires six ingredients: almond milk, cocoa powder, banana, peanut butter, strong coffee, and ice. Don’t knock the combo until you try it – it will knock your socks off!
Try the recipe: Peanut Butter Mocha Espresso Shake
3. Frothy Chocolate Shake
This homemade shake is so creamy and rich, you won’t believe it’s healthy. Enjoy it any time of day or year!
Try the recipe: Frothy Chocolate Shake
4. Nutella Banana Espresso Shake
If you’ve never tried Nutella, you’re in for a real treat on this one. And while this recipe calls for homemade nutella, using the store bought version is totally fine. Banana, chocolatey hazelnut spread, and a splash of espresso team up to create a seriously tasty drink.
Try the recipe: Nutella Banana Espresso Shake
5. Chocolate Coconut Protein Breakfast Shake
Chocolate and coconut are a flavor match made in heaven! This protein shake is perfect for a warm spring or summer morning where you’re craving something sweet and slightly tropical!
Try the recipe: Chocolate Coconut Protein Breakfast Shake
6. Chocolate Cherry Almond Shake
Enjoy the dynamic team of cherry and chocolate swirled into a smoothie perfect for the holiday season! This recipe is 155 calories per cup with 10 grams of fat and 14 grams of natural sugars from frozen cherries and honey.
Try the recipe: Chocolate Cherry Almond Shake
7. Banana Split Workout Protein Smoothie
If you’re a fan of banana splits (but really, who isn’t?) you’ll love this smoothie. It’s made with fresh strawberries, banana, dark cocoa powder, protein powder, coconut milk, peanut butter, and ice! It’s the perfect way to get a boost of protein and a sweet cold treat on a hot afternoon!
Try the recipe: Banana Split Workout Protein Smoothie
8. Chocolate Meal Replacement Shake
This decadent favorite is perfect for on-the-go mornings when a sit-down meal just isn’t an option. It’s chock-full of protein to keep you going for hours.
Try the recipe: Chocolate Meal Replacement Shake
9. Skinny Banana Split Protein Smoothie
This indulgent smoothie recipe sparkles with sweetness. And while it doesn’t technically have chocolate in it, adding some cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder would turn this into a guiltless chocolatey treat packed with vitamins and nutrients.
Try the recipe: Skinny Banana Split Protein Smoothie
10. Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie
This recipe offers another swap in for chocolate! Simply trade the ginger for some cocoa powder (or even a chocolate drizzle) and dive into the fruity, chocolatey goodness!
Try the recipe: Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie
11. Chocolate Banana Wonderland Smoothie
Chocolate, bananas, and peanut butter are a delicious combination. And when prepared properly, they are also really good for you! Blending them with some almond milk or coconut milk makes for a yummy drink, for breakfast or for a post-workout pick-me-up.
Try the recipe: Chocolate Banana Wonderland Smoothie
12. PB and J Protein Shake
Peanut butter and mixed berries create that classic pb&j flavor in this shake. But if you want to add a little chocolate indulgence, opt for chocolate protein powder in place of vanilla! Chocolate goes great with peanut butter and berries, so this one is a no brainer!
Try the recipe: PB and J Protein Shake
13. Chocolate and Peanut Butter Breakfast Smoothie
The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is so delicious that we had to give you one more option. This breakfast smoothie will satisfy your sweet cravings while delivering tons of muscle-building protein!
Try the recipe: Chocolate and Peanut Butter Breakfast Smoothie
These low calorie chocolate smoothie recipes are guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate cravings while providing you with the nutrients and protein your body needs. They make ideal breakfasts, snacks, or post-workout pick-me-ups. Plus, they’re all healthy, easy, and oh-so-tasty!
If you want to try more of our delicious chocolate recipes, check out our no-cook, 5-minute chocolate pudding, this chocolate honey coconut butter, or our clean-eating chocolate coconut muffins.
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