There's nothing like a delicious chocolate milkshake on a hot summer day. But what if you want something that's healthier and plant-based?
This vegan chocolate milkshake recipe is the perfect solution!
It's made with nutritious non-dairy milk and simple ingredients...And it's ready in just 5 minutes.
So, whether you're looking for a sweet fix or a refreshing dessert, this delicious recipe is sure to satisfy your craving!
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Why this recipe works
This vegan milkshake recipe is made with healthy ingredients like oat milk, banana, and cocoa powder.
It's also naturally sweetened with banana and it's topped with coconut ice cream, chocolate syrup, and dark chocolate.
Homemade milkshakes are a lot cheaper than any fast food or restaurant milkshakes. You also know exactly what's going into it.
So, if you're looking for a healthier alternative to your favorite milkshake, this recipe is definitely for you!
It's a perfect dessert that meal plans often recommend.
With a high-speed blender, this vegan chocolate milkshake is ready in minutes! It's the perfect treat for hot summer days!
I and my family enjoy this milkshake during summer days along with other summertime drinks like mango lassi, strawberry lassi, and cucumber pineapple smoothie.
Main Ingredients
Frozen banana: This recipe works best with a frozen banana. If you don't have a frozen banana, you can use a fresh banana and add some ice cubes to the blender.
Oat milk: I like using oat milk in this recipe because it's creamier than other non-dairy options. It also has a neutral flavor, unlike other options. But feel free to use any plant-based milk for example coconut milk, or almond milk if you do not prefer oat milk.
Cocoa powder: This is the most essential ingredient for this recipe. I used unsweetened cocoa powder (raw cacao powder) in this recipe. If you do not have this, try vegan chocolate chips that have the least amount of sugar.
Vanilla extract: This is optional but it does add a nice flavor to the chocolate shake.
Vegan ice cream: I have used coconut ice cream on top. But feel free to use any type of vegan ice cream or even whipped cream. Vanilla-flavored ice cream is one of the best options when it comes to topping milkshakes.
See the recipe card for a list of ingredients and quantities, plus recipe instructions. You can find the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Instructions
Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy texture.
Pour into glasses and top with vegan ice cream, chocolate syrup, and dark chocolate.
The best vegan chocolate milkshake is ready! Enjoy immediately!
Storage
Transfer any leftovers to an airtight freezer container and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Allow it to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving.
Recipe FAQ
Yes, this recipe is made with healthy ingredients like oat milk, banana, and cocoa powder. It's also naturally sweetened with a banana.
You can add some pitted dates, or even a spoonful of maple syrup to sweeten the milkshake.
Cacao powder is a good source of antioxidants and it also has some health benefits. It can help improve your mood and it can also boost your energy levels.
Expert tips
- If you don't have a frozen banana, you can use fresh ripe bananas and add some ice cubes to the blender.
- If you are looking for a substitute for frozen bananas, try adding vegan ice cream or coconut cream to make it a creamy base. Frozen banana helps to get the consistency of thicker milkshakes
- You can use any type of plant-based milk that you like. I like using oat milk because it is creamy and it has a neutral flavor.
- I used unsweetened cacao powder in this recipe but you can use any type of cocoa powder that you like.
- Make it protein-rich by adding a scoop of vegan protein powder to the blender.
- If you want a thinner consistency, add more milk. And for a thicker consistency, add less milk or even some ice cubes.
- If you don't have vegan vanilla ice cream, you can use whipped cream.
- You can add any sweetener while blending like maple syrup and dates.
- Adding peanut butter makes this milkshake creamier and protein-packed.
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📖 Recipe
Vegan Chocolate Milkshake
Equipment
Process Shot
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Ingredients
- 1½ cup oat milk
- 1 banana frozen
- 2 tablespoon cacao powder
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 scoop non-dairy vanilla ice cream - optional while blending
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy texture.1½ cup oat milk, 2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 banana frozen, 2 tablespoon cacao powder, 1 scoop non-dairy vanilla ice cream
- Pour into glasses and top with vegan ice cream, chocolate syrup, and dark chocolate.
- The best vegan chocolate milkshake is ready! Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- If you don't have a frozen banana, you can use fresh ripe bananas and add some ice cubes to the blender.
- If you are looking for a substitute for frozen bananas, try adding vegan ice cream or coconut cream to make it a creamy base. Frozen banana helps to get the consistency of thicker milkshakes
- You can use any type of plant-based milk that you like. I like using oat milk because it's creamy and it has a neutral flavor.
- I used unsweetened cacao powder in this recipe but you can use any type of cocoa powder that you like.
- Make it protein-rich by adding a scoop of vegan protein powder to the blender.
- If you want a thinner consistency, add more milk. And for a thicker consistency, add less milk or even some ice cubes.
- If you don't have vegan vanilla ice cream, you can use whipped cream.
YOUR OWN NOTES
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
fitoru says
My kids love shakes and smoothies and I'd been blending different fruit combination. They love banana strawberry, avocado banana, apple kiwi, plain milk chocolate shakes. Mixing dates with chocolate seems to be an awesome idea. We will try it
Pavitra says
What blender are using for smoothies & for grinding idly batter?
Uma Raghupathi says
Hi Pavitra. I use the Blendtec Blender. here is amazon link for that: https://amzn.to/2VRVIg3
Ritu Tangri says
A wonderful healthy share! I'm sure my kids would love this. This shake is going to be there for evening milk time today 🙂
Avin says
Looks so pretty. I love adding dates in my diet. Lovely share😊
Uma Raghupathi says
Thank you 🙂
Uma Raghupathi says
Thank you Aruna!
Mayuri Patel says
Dates and chocolate is a lovely combination. A great way to get kids to enjoy the health benefits of dates and its a filling drink.
Lathiya says
Even my kids hate to eat dates..this will be a great way to include that in their food... awesome
Seema Doraiswamy Sriram says
Uma, The sprinkles on the top, the chocolate and the perfect yumminess makes the world stop still as you take a sip.
Sandhya says
I like the use of dates in this mouthwatering milk shake Uma! I think kids of all ages will love this 🙂
Megala says
Looks so delicious ! Love your beautiful presentation !!