Healthy chocolate smoothie recipe – get the best of the Caribbean sunshine with this vegan smoothie made with cacao powder, banana, coconut milk and nutmeg.

This smoothie is the true essence of Caribbean flare, if I had to choose a few quintessential spices that you will find in Caribbean cuisines (namely the English and French speaking islands) I would highly recommend having some nutmeg, cinnamon, mixed spice, mace and pimento (allspice) in your pantry.

Of course the Caribbean compromises of other spices BUT when it comes to adding some flavour to some porridge like this cornmeal porridge or even some peanut punch, you are guaranteed to find at least one of the aforementioned spice(s) as a key ingredient.

I forgot to mention hot beverages, yes we add spices to hot chocolate or cocoa tea as Jamaicans like to call it. Each island has there own variation, some being more concentrated with nutmeg and others like an equal balance of spices.

Nevertheless the results are always flavoursome, trust me I’ve tasted hot chocolate from a number of islands and I cannot decide who makes it the best.

What makes a healthy chocolate smoothie

This smoothie is like the little sister to Caribbean hot chocolate as I know it, if you’re a fan of warming notes like nutmeg then this one is for you. I haven’t seen any chocolate nutmeg smoothies in cyberspace, so let me be the first to tap into my culinary island roots while providing you with the blueprint to an awesome smoothie.

The great thing about this smoothie it’s all natural and free from any additives or preservatives. This makes it a much healthier alternative to the store brought kind. I would even render it a vegan chocolate smoothie with immune boosting properties.

Nutmeg is quite pungent, you really don’t need a great deal to pack a punch. I used a total of 1/2 tsp which really gave this drink a kick without being too overwhelming in taste. The spice really compliments the other ingredients – coconut milk, chia seeds, almond butter, medjool dates and raw cacao powder.

This healthy chocolate smoothie is……………

Totally vegan and paleo approved recipe and most importantly NO GLUTEN…YIPEE! You don’t have to be afflicted with dietary restrictions in order to enjoy this beverage. It’s so tasty and suitable for everyone, children too….

Best of all chocolate smoothies are rich, decadent, dark and just darn right delicious!!

How to make a chocolate protein smoothie

If you want to convert this smoothie into a protein powerhouse then I suggest adding 2 scoops of your favourite protein powder.

Healthy chocolate avocado smoothie

Why not adding avocado to the mix and dose up on some omega fats. Alternatively, you can trade in the banana for the avocado and yield a nice thick consistency.

Healthy chocolate banana smoothie with almond milk

Not a fan of coconut milk? No problem! Simply use almond milk instead.

Other drink and smoothie recipes

sea moss drink

Soursop punch

Cherry hot chocolate

Sorrel drink

Jamaican carrot juice

Caribbean peanut punch

Orange mango green smoothie

Tropical fruit smoothie