Creamy Chocolate Smoothie (With a Secret Ingredient!)

A nourishing, indulgent treat you’ll crave again and again – no one will believe it’s made with chickpeas!

Looking for a smoothie that satisfies your sweet tooth and fuels your body? This rich and velvety chocolate smoothie is packed with plant-based protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness – no refined sugar needed. Best of all? It’s sneaky healthy, thanks to one surprising ingredient: cooked chickpeas. Trust us – they blend right in, making the smoothie thick, creamy, and deliciously satisfying.

🛠 Kitchen Tools

• Hand blender or high-speed blender

• Measuring jug or digital scale

• Spatula (for scraping down the sides)

🧾 Ingredients

For 2 generous servings:

• Cooked chickpeas: 250 g / 8 oz (well-rinsed and drained if canned)

• Nut butter (e.g. almond, peanut, or hazelnut): 90 g / 3 oz

• Dehydrated dates: 8 pieces (pitted)

• Unsweetened cocoa powder: 20 g (approx. 3 tablespoons)

• Vegan milk (e.g. oat, almond, or soy): 250 ml / 8.5 fl oz

• Ice cubes: 250 g (approx. 2 cups)

• Optional: Natural sweetener to taste (like maple syrup, agave, or stevia)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare your ingredients

   If your dates are firm or dry, soak them in hot water for 5–10 minutes to soften. This helps them blend smoothly and evenly.

2. Blend until creamy

   In a blender, add the chickpeas, nut butter, dates, cocoa powder, and vegan milk. Toss in the ice cubes last. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy – this may take 1–2 minutes depending on your blender’s power.

3. Taste and adjust

   Give it a taste. If you like it sweeter, add a splash of maple syrup or a pinch of your preferred sweetener, then blend briefly again.

4. Serve & enjoy

   Pour into glasses, top with a sprinkle of cocoa or some crushed nuts, and enjoy immediately. It’s also great with a spoon if you like it extra thick!

   
   

🌟 Why this smoothie rocks

• Protein-rich and dairy-free

• Naturally sweetened with dates

• Keeps you full for hours

• Great as a post-workout snack or afternoon pick-me-up

💡 Variation Ideas

• Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla for extra depth

• Swap cocoa for carob for a caffeine-free version

• Throw in a frozen banana for added creaminess

This smoothie is proof that healthy can feel indulgent. Whether you’re fueling your day or winding down with a chocolatey treat, this one’s a keeper. And yes—chickpeas can totally do dessert!