Learn how to blend up this satiating and surprisingly decadent chocolate fiber fantasy smoothie. This naturally vegan smoothie recipe provides lots of inspiration for fitting more plant-based fiber boosts into your life. With a delicious base of frozen banana, rolled oats, non-dairy milk, yogurt, and almond butter, nobody will know that this is a high fiber smoothie recipe with 14 grams of fiber per serving. In addition to flax, chia, wheat bran, and prunes, I’ve included some vegan protein powder so that this can work as a hearty breakfast smoothie. Fiber is the coolest and this blend makes it so enjoyable!
My Favourite Vegan Protein
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Prunes have entered the chat, folks! I’m personally working on getting my fiber up and after many test rounds in my kitchen, I’m finally ready to share this chocolate fiber fantasy smoothie with you. The title is a bit goofy, but I could not be more serious about fiber intake! The base is pretty classic (frozen banana, non-dairy milk + yogurt, almond butter), but we have lots of fun add-ins to make it so filling and satisfying. If you’re mindful about ingredients, smoothies can be rich in fiber and so tasty.
How I add fiber in smoothies:
- Frozen banana! This smoothie go-to gets us on the right track with about 3 grams of fiber.
- Prunes: These dried plums are making their TFM debut! I actually love the tangy sweet flavour and of course they are legendary because of their soluble and insoluble fiber content. I buy the dried ones with no added sweetener.
- Chia and flax seeds: I add these to every single smoothie for fiber and Omega 3 fatty acid benefits.
- Psyllium husks or inulin: These ingredients are both high fiber specialty additions. Psyllium husk is often used as a binder in grain-free baking recipes (and is an ingredient in Metamucil haha). The inulin that I use is derived from Jerusalem artichokes and has a mild sweet flavour that blends well into pretty much any liquid. I use the one from Sprout Living! (20% off any Sprout Living product with my code: thefirstmess)
- Rolled oats and wheat bran: Adding ingredients from the cereal aisle to your smoothie is a recipe for delicious nutty flavour and satiety.
I know that some folks may be sensitive to higher fiber intake, so to those people: this smoothie may not be the right thing for you! I have plenty of blended inspiration here. Or you may have to dial back (or eliminate) some of the ingredients to enjoy it at your own pace. Being mindful of your hydration level is also a good thing when you’re increasing fiber overall.
The additions of vanilla and salt really do round out and amp up the flavour of the cocoa, banana etc. I do not recommend skipping them! Also, if you can’t stand the flavour of banana in your smoothies, I recommend substituting cooked frozen sweet potato like I do with this chocolate sweet potato smoothie. Hope you love the fiber fantasy!
Chocolate Fiber Fantasy Smoothie
This hearty vegan breakfast smoothie has deep chocolate and almond flavour with 14 grams of fiber! This is a wholesome fiber smoothie that doesn’t sacrifice flavour or texture and simply comes together in the blender.
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup plain vegan yogurt
- 2 teaspoons almond butter
- 1 frozen banana
- 2-3 prunes
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon wheat bran
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon flax seeds
- 1 teaspoon psyllium husk OR inulin (see notes)
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice, optional
Notes
- Psyllium husk and inulin are both high fiber specialty additions. Psyllium husk is often used as a binder in grain-free baking recipes (and is a key ingredient in Metamucil). The inulin that I use is derived from Jerusalem artichokes and has a mild sweet flavour that blends well into pretty much any liquid. I use the one from Sprout Living! (20% off any Sprout Living product with my code: thefirstmess)
- This smoothie is delicious with a handful of berries also! (more fiber yay)
Instructions
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In an upright blender, combine the almond milk, vegan yogurt, almond butter, frozen banana, prunes, vegan chocolate protein powder, oats, wheat bran, cocoa powder, chia seeds, flax seeds, psyllium husks (or inulin), salt, vanilla, and ice (if using). Blend this mixture on high until completely smooth, about 1 full minute. Enjoy immediately!
