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High-Protein Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl - Creamy, Satisfying, and Easy

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 frozen banana (sliced before freezing for easier blending)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or a dairy-free yogurt for vegan)
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (whey, pea, or your favorite)
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 1 tablespoon hazelnut butter (or almond butter if needed)
  • 1–2 teaspoons pure maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (for thickness and fiber)
  • 2–4 tablespoons rolled oats (optional, for extra creaminess and staying power)
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy; start low and add as needed)
  • Pinch of sea salt (enhances the chocolate flavor)
  • Chopped toasted hazelnuts
  • Cacao nibs or dark chocolate shavings
  • Sliced banana or strawberries
  • Granola
  • Coconut flakes
  • Drizzle of hazelnut or chocolate sauce

Method
 

  1. Prep your banana. If you haven’t already, slice and freeze ripe bananas in a bag. Frozen banana gives the bowl its classic thick, spoonable texture.
  2. Blend the base. Add the frozen banana, Greek yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, hazelnut butter, chia seeds, oats, a pinch of salt, and half the milk to a high-speed blender.
  3. Start low and slow. Pulse a few times, then blend on low. If it’s too thick, add more milk a splash at a time. You’re aiming for a soft-serve consistency.
  4. Taste and adjust. Blend in maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter bowl, or more cocoa if you want it deeper and darker. Salt can also help balance sweetness—just a tiny pinch.
  5. Serve it thick. Scoop into a chilled bowl to help keep it cold and thick.
  6. Add toppings. Finish with chopped hazelnuts for crunch, fresh fruit for brightness, and cacao nibs or dark chocolate for extra texture.