Ever wished you could have chocolate for breakfast and still feel smugly healthy about it? Well, here’s your chance.
The Chocolate Oat Breakfast Smoothie is rich, creamy, and loaded with slow-release carbs, protein, and healthy fats — everything you need to power through your morning without the mid-morning crash.
It tastes indulgent but secretly ticks all the nutrition boxes. Think of it as a chocolate milkshake that happens to have a degree in dietetics.
💪 Nutritional Highlights
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Protein: 18g
- Fibre: 6g
- Hero Nutrients: Iron, magnesium, potassium, complex carbohydrates, and plant-based antioxidants from cocoa.
- Why it’s good for you: The combo of oats and banana gives steady energy, while Greek yoghurt and milk add protein to keep you full. Cocoa adds mood-boosting polyphenols — because mornings can be rough enough without them.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 1)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 small banana (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened almond/soy milk)
- ¼ cup Greek yoghurt (or coconut yoghurt for dairy-free)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Small pinch of cinnamon (optional but lovely)
- Ice cubes (optional, for thickness)
🌀 Steps
- Add everything to your blender:
Start with milk, then add oats, banana, yoghurt, cocoa powder, vanilla, and honey. - Blend for 30–45 seconds:
Let it go until the oats are fully blended and you’ve got a silky, chocolatey dream in your glass. - Adjust to taste:
Add extra milk if it’s too thick, or a touch more cocoa if you want deeper flavour. - Pour and enjoy immediately:
Sip it on the go, at your desk, or from the comfort of your couch while pretending you’re on a wellness retreat.
💡 Plan4One Tips
- Make it ahead: Blend it the night before and store in the fridge for a grab-and-go brekkie.
- Protein upgrade: Add a scoop of chocolate or vanilla protein powder for post-workout fuel.
- Extra fibre: Add 1 tsp chia seeds or flaxseed.
- Mood boost: Cocoa’s natural compounds can help increase serotonin levels — yes, chocolate really can make you happier.
🧊 Storage & Reuse
- Fridge: Keeps up to 24 hours in a sealed jar or shaker. Oats will thicken it slightly overnight, which makes it even creamier.
- Freezer: Pour leftovers into ice cube trays and blend with milk later for a quick breakfast fix.
💸 Approximate Cost per Serve
Around $2.20 AUD — cheaper than a café muffin and way better for you.
🔄 Smart Swaps
- No banana? Use ½ cup frozen cauliflower or avocado for creaminess without sweetness.
- Dairy-free: Use plant-based milk and coconut yoghurt.
- Nutty twist: Add a spoon of peanut butter or almond butter for extra richness.
- Sweetener-free: Skip honey and rely on banana’s natural sweetness.
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
Because it’s like breakfast, dessert, and a caffeine-free pick-me-up all rolled into one glass. It’s filling, delicious, and guaranteed to turn your morning routine into something you actually look forward to.
If this Chocolate Oat Breakfast Smoothie made your morning a bit sweeter, share it with a friend who deserves better than toast crumbs!
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