This low-sugar avocado smoothie is rich, filling and chocolatey thanks to avocado, protein powder and unsweetened cocoa. Adding little cinnamon, vanilla and a pinch of cayenne pepper gives this unique shake a flavor reminiscent of Mexican hot chocolate.

Active time: 5 minutes | Total time: 5 minutes

Mexican Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 1 1/2 cup (366g) unsweetened plain soy milk
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 serving whey or plant-based protein powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 cup ice cubes

Directions

Combine the avocado flesh, almond or rice milk, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, protein powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth.

Add the ice cubes and blend again until creamy and smooth. Serve immediately.

Serves: 2 | Serving Size: 1/2 of the recipe, about 1 1/2 cups

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 314; Total Fat: 17g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 8g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 28mg; Sodium: 300mg; Carbohydrate: 22g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 11g; Protein: 24g

Nutrition Bonus: Calcium: 10%; Iron: 8%; Potassium: 822mg; Vitamin A: 1%; Vitamin C: 13%

Originally published September 18, 2018; Updated June 2026

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