Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1/2 ripe avocado
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 frozen banana
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• Pinch of salt

Method

1. Blend all ingredients until silky smooth.

2. The avocado creates a mousse-like texture without any dairy cream.

What You're Practicing

• You cannot taste the avocado — it just adds creaminess and healthy fats.
• The pinch of salt enhances the chocolate flavor.

Supplement add-ons (nutritional impact per serving):

• Whey or casein protein (1 scoop, 30g): +120 cal, +25g protein. Chocolate-flavored protein doubles down on the cocoa flavor. Casein makes this extra thick and pudding-like — good as a dessert replacement.
• Creatine monohydrate (5g): +0 cal. Undetectable in the thick chocolate-avocado base. The fat from avocado doesn't affect creatine absorption.
• MCT oil (1 tbsp, 14g): +130 cal, +14g fat. Adds richness without changing flavor. MCTs are metabolized faster than other fats — converted to ketones in the liver within minutes. Start with 1 tsp if new to MCT; too much too fast causes stomach cramping.
• Maca powder (1 tsp, 5g): +20 cal, +4g carbs. Adds a malty, caramel note that complements chocolate. Contains unique compounds (macamides) studied for energy and libido support — evidence is moderate but growing.