Raspberry Cocoa Smoothie

This is a truly healthy option for you chocolate lovers out there. As one among you, I adore this smoothie. I love this gorgeous reddish earthy hue, which tells you exactly what you’re about to taste: raspberry, followed by dark chocolate, enhanced with a pinch of salt. Because the avocado lends the smoothie a thick, creamy texture, you’ll want to grab a spoon. It’s not dessert for breakfast, but it’s close enough.

If you can’t find a bag of frozen raspberries, strawberries are a great substitute. Rich, caramel-like, and potassium-packed, Medjool dates are my favorite add-in for sweetness. Although they might be a little harder to keep on hand than honey or agave nectar, I can find them at Costco.

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Raspberry Cocoa Smoothie

This is a truly healthy smoothie option for you chocolate lovers out there. Raspberry paired with dark chocolate and sea salt makes this an unforgettable snack or breakfast.

Yield: 1 as a meal; 2 as a snack 1x

Prep: 5 minutesCook: 0 minutesTotal: 5 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen raspberries
• 1/2 avocado, pitted
• 1/2 large very ripe banana, sliced and frozen
• 3 tablespoons natural cocoa powder or raw cacao
• big pinch (about 1/2 tsp) sea salt
• 1 1/2 cups milk of choice (I use brown rice milk)
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds, optional
• 2–3 soft Medjool dates (can substitute 2–3 tsp honey)

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Instructions

1. Add everything to the blender and puree on high for a minute or two. You should arrive at a thick consistency—think slightly melted frozen yogurt.
2. Taste and adjust to your liking, then pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

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Cuisine: American Method: Blend

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