Chocolate Vanilla Blueberry Spinach Smoothie
Mmm, chocolate. I don’t know many people who can resist a good chocolate treat. Back in the day, my go-to fix was a big double scoop of Rocky Road with plenty of hot fudge on top. Oh, the bliss. These days? Well… those calories seem to head straight for my blogger behind. 😉
Smoothie for the Win!
Thankfully, I’ve found a much better (and happier) solution: this Chocolate Vanilla Blueberry Spinach Smoothie. It gives me that rich, chocolatey satisfaction I crave—without the sugar crash. It’s creamy, nourishing, and honestly feels way more indulgent than it should.
What makes this smoothie so special is how sneakily healthy it is. The ingredients are simple and clean, but the flavor? Deep, chocolatey, and cozy. Blueberries and banana bring natural sweetness, cocoa adds that rich depth, vanilla ties it all together, and the spinach slips in quietly—doing its job without changing the taste.
This has become my go-to breakfast when mornings are hectic. It’s quick, filling, and gives me steady energy to get through the day. And the best part? My family actually loves it too. Total win.
If you’re craving chocolate but want something that actually fuels you, give this a try. It’s the kind of treat you’ll want to come back to again and again.
Chocolate Vanilla Blueberry Spinach Smoothie
This Chocolate Vanilla Blueberry Spinach Smoothie is rich, creamy, and quietly nourishing—perfect for a quick breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. Sweet blueberries and banana blend beautifully with smooth vanilla and a hint of cocoa, creating a chocolate-vanilla flavor that feels like a treat while still being made entirely from whole foods. Fresh spinach melts right into the mix, adding nutrients without changing the taste. It’s naturally sweet, satisfying, and a lovely way to enjoy something wholesome that feels a little indulgent.
- Total Time5 minutes
- Yield1 1x
- DietVeganDiet
Ingredients
- 1 cups frozen blueberries
- 2 oz. raw baby spinach leaves ( I just grab a good handful)
- 1/2 banana
- 2 dates, pitted
- 1 heaping spoon tablespoon natural cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon real vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond milk (use more if required)
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to the blender in this order: frozen berries, banana, dates, spinach, cocoa powder, vanilla, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Use the smoothie setting if your blender has one (such as on a Vitamix), or blend on high speed.
- Blend until fully combined, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
Notes
You can use any berry you like, Strawberries would work really well!
I use a Vitamix, however any blender works.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Additional Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 42
- Sodium: 130
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 69
- Fiber: 15
- Protein: 9
I hope you enjoy this yummy Chocolate Vanilla Blueberry Spinach Smoothie! I encourage you to try and use as many organic ingredients as possible. For some reason my taste buds feel that blueberries are sweeter in season, organic and fresh and if you choose to use fresh add a couple of ice cubes to make your smoothie nice and cold.
This lookd delicious, and so healty. I love how you combined the fruits with the spinach.
Mmmm! This looks awesome! I would never think to combine blueberry and chocolate, but I love both so why not!?
Mmmm! This looks awesome! I would never think to combine blueberry and chocolate, but I love both so why not!?
It really does not tastes bad. I have one at least twice a week, especially when I am feeling MOm-tired.
I love my morning smoothie and will need to try this one. Sounds good.
Pam I know exactly what you mean about the blogging behind. This is a great and healthy recipe that will ward off those pounds. Pinning!
I love a good smoothie and this sounds amazing Pam
I have never had a smoothie. This one looks really interesting. Do they fill you up as a meal replacement? Guess its time to try one. Pinning.
This sounds delish!! I keep thinking I am going to try to do smoothies, but I never get around to it. Putting these ingredients on my shopping list for this week!!