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Keto Chocolate Coconut Smoothie - Creamy, Rich, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or unsweetened coconut milk beverage)
  • 1/2 cup full-fat canned coconut milk (well-stirred)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (or cacao powder)
  • 2–3 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1–2 tablespoons keto-friendly sweetener (erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit), to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1 cup ice cubes (more for a thicker smoothie)
  • Optional boosters: 1 tablespoon MCT oil or coconut oil
  • 1 scoop unflavored or chocolate low-carb protein powder (whey isolate or plant-based)
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter (check labels for added sugars)
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder for a mocha vibe
  • 1–2 tablespoons chia seeds for extra thickness and fiber

Method
 

  1. Chill your liquids: If you have time, refrigerate the almond milk and coconut milk for 20–30 minutes. Cold liquids blend into a thicker, frostier smoothie.
  2. Add liquids first: Pour the almond milk and coconut milk into the blender. Adding liquids first helps the blades catch and blend smoothly.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Add cocoa powder, shredded coconut, sweetener, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. The salt brightens the chocolate flavor.
  4. Include boosters if using: Add MCT oil, protein powder, nut butter, espresso powder, or chia seeds. Start small and adjust to taste.
  5. Top with ice: Add the ice cubes last so they blend evenly without clumping at the bottom.
  6. Blend until creamy: Start low, then increase to high for 30–45 seconds. Stop and scrape the sides if any cocoa sticks to the blender wall.
  7. Taste and tweak: Check sweetness and thickness. Add more sweetener if needed, or a splash of milk if it’s too thick. For extra thickness, add a few more ice cubes or a bit more shredded coconut and blend again.
  8. Serve immediately: Pour into a tall glass and, if you like, sprinkle with a pinch of shredded coconut or a dusting of cocoa on top.