Hot Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie

Stay warm next winter with this creamy hot chocolate breakfast smoothie! Made with wholesome ingredients and loaded with fiber and plant based protein, this vegan smoothie makes a healthy and comforting breakfast or snack.

I personally have to start my day on a sweet note or I’ll be in the kitchen looking for dessert about 15 minutes after finishing breakfast. And it doesn’t matter how much fibre, protein, or healthy fat I eat — the sweet tooth will still demand satisfaction.

It legit tastes like a cup of creamy hot chocolate, but it’s made with wholesome ingredients that you’d normally enjoy for breakfast, like oats (I promise you can’t taste/feel them), nut butter, maple syrup, and almond milk… with some cocoa powder tossed in for good measure. 

Hot Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie Recipe



Ingredients :

• 1 1/4 cup (300 ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• 1 Tbsp (16 g) nut butter OR dairy-free chocolate chips*
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup**
• 1/2 cup (40 g) rolled oats
• 2 Tbsp (10 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions :

1. The night before, add all ingredients (except chocolate chips, if using) to the bowl of your blender and give it a stir to ensure that everything is well combined. Cover and place in fridge for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight. This step isn't absolutely necessary, but allowing the oats to soak for a few hours will make them easier to blend and give you a smoother, creamier smoothie.***
2. When ready to eat, blend on high until oats are fully broken down and a smooth and creamy consistency is reached.
3. Transfer the smoothie to a small saucepan set over medium heat (adding chocolate chips, if using) and bring to a simmer or boil, depending on how hot you want it. If the smoothie is too thick, add an extra splash of almond milk until desired consistency is reached.
4. When your smoothie reaches your preferred temperature, transfer it to a heat-safe glass, garnish with toppings of choice, and enjoy!

Recipe Adapted : Hot Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie @ runningwithspoons