Red Velvet Smoothie

Today I’m giving you a Red Velvet Smoothie with rich chocolate flavor, just the right amount of sweetness, and that velvety texture you want in a creamy dessert. And that gorgeous red color? It comes from a little bit of beet. Don’t worry—you won’t taste it at all.

This luscious smoothie satisfies my sweet tooth, gives me natural energy, and feels festive enough to share with someone you love. Don’t let the spinach fool you. If you’re exploring my world a chocolate smoothies, this recipe is a winner.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Each ingredient plays a role in creating that classic red velvet flavor—rich, creamy, and just sweet enough—while still being nourishing.

• Coconut milk: Creates a creamy, dessert-like texture and adds healthy fats for satiety. Check out the best coconut milk brands to use in smoothies.
• Frozen strawberries: Provide natural sweetness, a slight tang that red velvet is known for, and help thicken the smoothie for a milkshake feel.
• Spinach: Adds fiber, iron, and folate while giving the smoothie a nutrient boost without changing the flavor.
• Medjool dates: Add caramel-like natural sweetener that has fiber and minerals for steady energy.
• Beet, raw: Gives the smoothie its signature red velvet color and adds antioxidants—no earthy taste, promise.
• Cacao powder: Delivers rich chocolate flavor and antioxidants for that classic red velvet vibe. Explore my other cacao powder recipes you might like.
• Pure vanilla extract: Rounds out the flavors and enhances the natural sweetness.
• Coconut whipped cream: Adds a decadent flavor and look to this smoothie.

How to Make a Red Velvet Smoothie

For the smoothest, creamiest texture, blend this smoothie in two simple steps. For more in-depth instructions, check out my how to make a smoothie guide.

1. Blend the base. Add spinach and coconut milk to the blender and blend until completely smooth.
   Tip: If you’re using one of my recommended blenders for smoothies, you can wait to blend until step 3.
2. Add the flavor. Add frozen strawberries, Medjool dates, beet, cacao powder, and vanilla extract.
3. Blend until velvety. Start on medium speed, then slowly increase to high until thick, smooth, and creamy.
4. Serve and enjoy. Pour into a glass and enjoy right away, or top with coconut whipped cream for a festive dessert smoothie.

Ingredient Swaps

This smoothie is flexible and forgiving—use what you have.

• Strawberries: Frozen cherries or raspberries also pair beautifully with chocolate for a fun twist.
• Coconut milk: Swap with cashew milk or oat milk for a lighter texture.
• Medjool dates: Use 2 tablespoons maple syrup or 1 tablespoon date syrup for easier blending.
• Beet: Replace fresh beet with ½–1 teaspoon beet powder for the same vibrant color.
• Cacao powder: Unsweetened cocoa powder works just as well with a slightly milder chocolate flavor.

More Chocolate Smoothies

If you’re craving more sweet, nourishing chocolate smoothies, there are plenty of delicious options to keep things fun and satisfying. A chocolate peanut butter smoothie brings that rich, salty-sweet combo that feels like a treat but fuels you well. You might also like a chocolate strawberry smoothie is bright and fruity with a classic chocolate-covered-berry vibe. A chocolate cherry smoothie adds a deep, slightly tart flavor that pairs beautifully with cocoa. And you can’t go wrong with a chocolate banana smoothie—it’s creamy, comforting, and always a crowd favorite.

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