This Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie is surprisingly simple and delicious. Give it a try for a quick breakfast on-the-go or snack idea!
Chocolate Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Smoothies are a great way to start your day and they make an easy snack idea. They come together so quickly and easily, and the flavor combinations are literally endless!
This Chocolate Covered Straberry Smoothie is one of my kids’ favorite. We almost always have all of the ingredients on hand. This recipe is great whether the kids want a quick breakfast on-the-go or need an easy snack between meals to tide them over.
Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie: Ingredients & Utensils
To make this recipe for Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie, you will need …
Ingredients
- strawberries – fresh or frozen.
- banana – provides some sweetness and added nutrition.
- plain Greek yogurt – used to thicken the smoothie and adds calcium, protein, and other nutrients.
- milk – or your favorite non-dairy alternative. You can even use chocolate milk!
- protein powder – optional. Unflavored or chocolate are the best choices.
- cocoa powder – adds that yummy chocolate flavor!
- vanilla extract – used for flavor.
- ice – the more you use, the thicker the smoothie will be.
Utensils
- measuring cups and spoons
- blender
Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie: FAQs
Yogurt is great is smoothies because it adds a good amount of protein and help keep you feeling full longer.
– 1. Liquids. This is what helps everything blend well.
– 2. Base. Typically, fruits, veggies, nuts, and other flavorings.
– 3. Ice. Blends in to help combine and thicken everything up.
Actually, you can!
– Method one is to prepare your smoothie as stated in the recipe. Transfer the smoothie to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2-3 days. Give it a good shake before drinking.
– Method two is to combine your fruit and dry ingredients into a zip-top freezer bag and freeze for up to three months. To prepare the smoothie, combine the frozen ingredients with the milk, yogurt, and vanilla extract called for in the recipe in a blender.
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Shake
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4-6 fresh or frozen strawberries
- ยฝ – 1 medium ripe banana
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ยฝ cup milk or non-dairy alternative
- 1 serving unflavored or chocolate protein powder optional
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ยฝ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a large blender and blend until completely mixed and frothy, adding ice to reach your desired level of thickness.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe makes two smaller smoothies or one large smoothie.
Nutrition
Please note that the nutritional information listed on this page is an estimation based on the products I used. Ingredients and nutritional information can vary significantly between brands. Always be sure to read labels. Please verify that a recipe fits your needs before using it. Nutrition info may contain errors, so please verify it independently. Likewise, recipes may contain errors, so please use your common sense when following them.
Originally published on June 7, 2012. Updated on February 23, 2022.
Joan@chocolateandmore
Why have I never thought of this before? Oh yes! Chocolate and strawberries together, and to be able to drink it with a straw! I think you are my new BFF!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Ha! Having chocolate was a prerequisite for me ๐
Melissa
So yummy! You can't beat chocolate and strawberries ๐
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by, Melissa! I totally agree ๐
Winelady Cooks
Hi Jamie, I'm glad you decided to join the Crazy Cooking Challenge. I luv your chocolate covered strawberry shake and of course I'm going to have to make it. The warm weather gives me the 'o.k.' to make smoothies and shakes instead of eating a sandwich. Thanks so much for sharing.
Thanks also for following me, I appreciate it. Please visit my Berry Smooth at CC #17..
Joanne
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by! I had a lot of fun with the Challenge! I look forward to participating in many more ๐
Jen @ Juanita's Cocina
This is one of my favorite blog linkups! Your smoothie looks amazing!!!
#31
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by Jen! It may very well become one of my favorites as well ๐ Loved your Banana Fosters Smoothie as well!
Chaya
Chocolate – that does it. This is a wonderful combination.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thank you Chaya ๐
Tina @ MOMS CRAZY COOKING
Looks like a great smoothie. And I LOVE all your pinterest boards (following you now). I have vowed to make smoothies once a day all summer long, breakfast or a dinner substitute on hot summer days and I can't wait to try ALL of the Crazy Cooking Challenge recipes from this month. Thanks so much for participating.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thank you so much for hosting this fun challenge Tina! I honestly forgot how easy smoothies/shakes are to make … This has motivated to have more of them too! Pinterest is one of my many addictions … I'm sure you could tell by all my boards ๐
Our Eating Habits
Welcome to the Crazy Cooking Challenge. Love Chocolate, Love Strawberries, and I am totally with you on the chocolate milk thing! Good Choice!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
I normally don't even do chocolate milk! LOL Thanks for stopping by and commenting ๐
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl
Hee, I'm not a milk drinker, either–so I'm with you on the addition of the chocolate! =) Stopping by from the Challenge!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Glad I'm not alone ๐ Thanks for stopping by!
Teri@thefreshmancook
This looks and sounds delicious! You can never go wrong with chocolate and strawberry! I am a new follower. Check out my smoothie # 22!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by Teri ๐
Allison @ Alli 'n Son
Yum! I can get my chocolate fix and still tell myself that it's healthy. ๐
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Absolutely ๐
Moviegirl03
Oooh, this sounds amazing. Chocolate and fruit are meant to be together. I'll have to make these and maybe substitute cherries.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
I bet cherries would taste yummy!!
Cathleen
Ooh! Yum! Strawberries are one of my FAVORITE fruit. This looks like something I could drink all day!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by Cathleen! It is quite tasty ๐
Just Jaime
Yum! I love chocolate covered strawberries! this sounds good!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by!
Sarah E.
I love chocolate covered strawberries! Definitely need to try this one soon ๐ It looks super yummy.
I stumbled, pinned, tweeted, and FB'd your entry!
<3
#26
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks, Sarah! I stopped by and returned the favor ๐
Lisa~~
Welcome to the CCC and your smoothie sounds wonderful, I adore chocolate and strawberries together, great entry.
If you haven't already, I'd love for you to check out my CCC entry: Mango Melon Banana & Chia Smoothie.
Lisa~~
Cook Lisa Cook
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by Lisa!I will check it out ๐
East9thStreet
For being a newbie blogger, you're doing a great job! This recipe is right up my alley – strawberries and chocolate. Perfect match! Stopping by from CCC #29 ๐
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thank you so much!
Lesa @Edesias Notebook
Good call on the chocolate! I love Nesquik; that was a great substitution. Sounds amazing!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Nesquick is so much easier to find – not to mention cheaper ๐
The Better Baker
Your smoothie sounds soo tasty. We enjoy smoothies a few times a week and this one is gonna be next! Thanks so much for sharing.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope you enjoy it – I've made this one a few times and we really enjoy it ๐
Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground
Welcome to The Challenge! Love your choice … chocolate and strawberries are a PERFECT pair. I'm a fellow NC blogger – nice to 'meet' you!
Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground
CCC #24
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thank you for stopping by! It's always nice to meet other people from NC ๐
Terry
Sounds yummy – chocolate and strawberries are a great combo!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Loved it ๐ I also tried all strawberries without the banana … good also!
Jennifer
This would make a great breakfast! Sounds yummy!
Jen #59
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Yes it would – Thank you for stopping by ๐
Angie
I think I will be trying this one out. The kids are really getting into homemade smoothies/shakes.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
It's great when they will willingly eat something healthy for them ๐
A Nest in the Rocks
I never would've thought to make a chocolate smoothie …
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Definitely try it! So yummy ๐
Evelyn
What fun! Crazy Cooking Challenge? I so need to check this out. I love your shake, chocolate, strawberries and some banana, perfect! Thank you for sharing at Freedom Fridays. Now I am off to check out this Crazy Cooking Challenge:)
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Here' the link if you're interested – it's Fried Chicken for July ๐ http://momscrazycooking.blogspot.com/p/crazy-cooking-challenge.html
If you enjoy smoothies/shakes/fruit, this is so yummy – and so easy!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
Super yum! That sounds wonderful!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thank you so much Dorothy!
Maria
Mmmm sounds delicious!!! I love different shakes, especially strawberry ones!!! And the addition of the chocolate is just a bonus!!!!! YUM!!!!
~Maria @ http://www.shopgirlmaria.blogspot.com
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
This one was so yummy – I don't know why I don't make them more often!
Michelles Tasty Creations
Mmmmm, This sounds super yummy! Thanks so much for stopping by Creative Thursday last week. I couldnโt do these parties without you. Canโt wait to see what you link up this week. Have a great week.
Michelle
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by! Nice change of pace for breakfast or snack!
Heather Kinnaird
that sounds delicious! I am going to try this today for lunch!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
It is so yummy! I hope you like it ๐
Kadie
Yummy! perfect combo thanks for sharing with us at Link It Up Thursday.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
Thanks for stopping by Kadie!
Bella
Delicious!!