This paleo chocolate coconut smoothie is creamy, chocolaty, and slightly sweet with no dairy or added sugar.
It was recently brought to my attention that I didn't have a chocolate smoothie on the blog. How did this happen? So I had to create this chocolate coconut smoothie. I wanted something that was chocolaty and decadent like a chocolate milkshake — but without milk, ice cream, or sugar. I also wanted to add some extra protein so I could use it for a quick breakfast.
The result is a fast and easy chocolate smoothie with just 5 ingredients and as much protein as a couple eggs. The dark chocolate flavor comes from raw cacao, and frozen bananas add a touch of sweetness. The combination of full fat coconut milk and ice makes it smooth and creamy. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. You can read our full disclosure policy here.
I've been adding this collagen protein to my smoothies lately. The addition of collagen protein (hydrolyzed collagen) adds 10 grams of protein per serving. So with 2 grams of protein from the coconut milk, this smoothie packs just as much protein as the 12 grams of protein in two large eggs.
If you're not familiar with collagen protein, here's a complete guide to collagen – what it is and how to use it.
My taste testers gave this chocolate protein shake two thumbs up. It's perfect when you need something quick before you run out the door.
For more smoothie recipes, check out these 7 paleo smoothies to get you through the week.
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Paleo Chocolate Coconut Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 frozen banana sliced
- 1 cup ice
- 1/4 cup raw cacao powder
- 1 scoop collagen protein powder
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to Vitamix or high power blender and blend until smooth.
And more smoothies with coconut milk
- Peach Coconut Smoothie
- 3-Ingredient Green Smoothie Recipe
- Healthy Shamrock Shake Recipe
- Paleo Pina Colada Smoothie
Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts
August 10 at 10:47 pmI add collagen hydrolysate to my tea every morning, but I love this idea as well, Lisa! They look so delicious!
Shirley
Lisa
August 11 at 12:06 pmThanks Shirley! And thanks for the tip about adding it to tea – I’ll have to try it!
Sami
August 15 at 9:16 amThis looks soo good! I can’t wait to give it a try! Do you slice the bananas and then freeze them?
Lisa
August 15 at 11:50 amSami, you can do it either way. I usually peel the bananas and freeze them whole, then just cut them up as needed.
Lisa
August 16 at 9:05 pmThanks Andrijana!
Lisa
September 3 at 10:20 amHope you love it, Angeline! Thanks for visiting!
Lisa
September 3 at 10:20 amThanks Melissa!
Penny
August 17 at 8:01 amI am allergic to bananas. What would you recommend as a substitute?
Lisa
August 17 at 1:12 pmHi Penny, the banana adds creaminess and sweetness. You can substitute 1/4 of an avocado and honey to taste to replace the banana.
Sarah McDonagh
January 3 at 1:47 pmWhy is the nutritional breakdown of this recipe?
Lisa
January 4 at 5:39 pmHi Sarah, the nutrition info has been added to the recipe box above.