Description
The Blackberry Midnight Smoothie is a luscious, dark purple blend of blackberries, banana, and rich cocoa for a mysterious, velvety treat. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a late-night antioxidant boost!
Ingredients
1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
1 ripe banana
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
A few ice cubes (if using fresh fruit)
Instructions
1. Add blackberries, banana, yogurt, cocoa powder, honey, milk, vanilla, and ice to a blender.
2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as desired by adding more honey or milk.
4. Pour into a chilled glass or bowl.
5. Top with fresh blackberries, cacao nibs, or a drizzle of honey for garnish.
6. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and maple syrup.
Add a scoop of protein powder or chia seeds for extra nutrition.
Freeze leftovers into popsicles for a cool, healthy treat.
Blend with a handful of spinach or kale to sneak in greens—the dark color hides it perfectly!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 10 oz)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 5
Keywords: blackberry smoothie, cocoa smoothie, healthy smoothie, breakfast smoothie, midnight drink