Chocolate Smoothie Bowl (Easy, Gluten-Free, Healthy)

Today I am sharing one of my favorite chocolate smoothie bowl recipes with you.

It’s decadent, creamy, and chocolatey, but it’s guilt-free!

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Why I Love This Chocolate Smoothie Bowl

I love chocolate, and I love chocolate smoothies. But chocolate smoothie bowls? Even better!

This smoothie bowl is decadent and healthy, making it totally guilt-free.

I love it for breakfast, I love it in the afternoon, and even as a healthy dessert!

Here’s a proper breakdown of why I personally love this smoothie, and why I think you will too:

1. Rich Chocolate Flavor: The cacao powder gives it a deep, indulgent chocolate taste that’s hard to resist.
2. Creamy & Thick: Avocado and thick yogurt combine to create a luxuriously creamy texture perfect for a smoothie bowl base.
3. Nutrient-Dense: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats for a nourishing meal or snack.
4. Naturally Sweetened: The sweetness comes from mango and a hint of maple syrup, making it guilt-free.
5. Easy to Make: Simple ingredients blended together quickly for a hassle-free preparation.
6. Versatile Toppings: The smooth bowl base pairs well with a variety of toppings for texture and extra flavor.
7. Energizing: Provides a sustained energy boost without the crash, thanks to balanced macros and natural sugars.

If you enjoy this bowl, I recommend that you also try my mocha smoothie bowl and sugar-free chocolate smoothie bowl!

Oh, and you have to also try my indulgent peanut butter smoothie bowl!

Smoothie Variations And Recipe Notes:

• The Smoothie Base: You can use water, coconut milk, and coconut water as an alternative to oat or almond milk.
• More Protein: The smoothie bowl alone contains 29g of protein per serving, but if you add a scoop of protein powder, you can increase it even further!
• Nutritional Boost: Add a handful of spinach, a tablespoon of chia seeds, and even matcha powder for a boost of nutrients and antioxidants. 
• If You Are Vegan: Swap the dairy yogurt for vegan yogurt. I love using coconut yogurt.

Top Smoothie Bowl-Making Tips:

1. Blend to Smooth Perfection: Ensure all ingredients are fully blended to achieve a smooth, creamy texture. A high-power blender works best.
2. Use Frozen Fruit: Frozen mango is key to making this smoothie bowl. If you don’t have frozen fruit, the recipe won’t work.
3. Chill Your Bowl: Place your serving bowl in the freezer for a few minutes before assembling your smoothie bowl to keep it cold longer.
4. Enhance with Toppings: Add texture and nutrients with toppings.
5. Eat It Immediately: The smoothie bowl is ice cold and starts to melt as soon as it’s blended. Eat it within 10-15 minutes of blending.

Smoothie Bowl Toppings That Work With This Smoothie

Some toppings that work well with this chocolate smoothie bowl include:  

• Fresh Berries.
• Crunchy Seeds And Nuts.
• Coconut Flakes.
• Cacao Nibs.
• A Drizzle Of Nut Butter.

Feel free to experiment with other toppings too!

The Equipment:

Blender Type	Suitability:
Nutribullet	✓
Vitamix Blender	✓
BlendJet	X
Ninja Blender	✓
Oster Blender	X
Hamilton Blender	✓
AMZChef Blender	X
Wamife Blender	X
Ninja Food Processor	✓
Kitchen Aid Food Chopper	X
Hamilton Beach Food Processor	✓

I suggest that you use a food processor when making this smoothie bowl. 

However, high-speed blenders can also work.

A budget blender that works well with this recipe is the Nutribullet 600.

If making more than one serving, do not use a Nutribullet, but rather use a higher-capacity blender.