INTRODUCTION:
We blend coconut milk with cocoa powder, cashew butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. That means you can adjust to your preferred level of chocolaty-ness and sweetness!This homemade vegan chocolate milkshake isn’t your average blend-up-milk-and-ice-cream situation.
It’s made from scratch with simple, plant-based ingredients. Nothing hits the spot quite like a chocolate milkshake. For us, the ultimate chocolate shake is one that’s thick, creamy, and subtly chocolaty—like the drive-thru shakes we all know and love.
An equally rich and satisfying vegan version had to happen! With just 7 simple ingredients, this nostalgic treat is easy to make. We blend coconut milk with cocoa powder, cashew butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. You can adjust the level of chocolaty-ness and sweetness to your taste! Let’s make milkshakes!
Ingredients:
CHOCOLATE ICE CUBES
1 (13.5-oz.) can full-fat coconut milk (use a smooth, creamy brand // we used Field Day)
2 Tbsp raw cashew butter (we like Artisana)
3-4 Tbsp maple syrup
1-2 Tbsp cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch sea salt (omit/reduce if using salted cashew butter)
MILKSHAKE:
Chocolate ice cubes (from above)
1/2-1 cup dairy-free milk (plain, unsweetened // we used almond)
FOR GARNISH optional
Whipped cream of choice (such as cashew or coconut)
Fresh berries
Shaved chocolate
Sprinkles
INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend the mixture: In a high-speed blender, add coconut milk, cocoa powder, cashew butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Adjust sweetness and chocolate:
Taste the mixture and add a little more maple syrup if you want it sweeter; on the other hand, add another small amount of cocoa powder if you want more chocolate flavor.
Optional: Add ice:
If you want it a bit more thick, add ice cubes and blend again until smooth.
Place the milkshake in a glass and serve with immediate effect. Enjoy your rich, creamy vegan chocolate milkshake!
Suggestion:
Customization: Add one scoop of your favorite vegan protein powder or a handful of spinach for nutrients.
Toppings: Top with vegan whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or drizzle with chocolate syrup.
Nutrition (1 of 2 servings):
Calories: 250-300
Fat: 15-20 grams
Saturated fat: 10-12 grams
Carbohydrates: 20-25 grams
Sugar: 10-15 grams
Fiber: 2-4 grams
Protein: 4-6 grams
Vitamins and Minerals:
Calcium: 50-70 mg
Iron: 1-2 mg
Potassium: 200-300 mg
Nutritional Information:
This vegan chocolate milkshake, with coconut milk and cashew butter included as two of the ingredients, is a good source of healthy fats and proteins.
Sweet and delicious, the drink can be made with cocoa powder and maple syrup, which is a natural sweetener and full of nutrients.
Adding some spinach would give extra vitamins, and adding some protein powder will increase protein intake.
FAQ
- Can this milkshake be made sugar-free?
- Yes of course, we cam use maple syrup instead of sugar.Prepare and adjust according to your taste.and can use sugar free sweeteners .
- Rather than coconut milk can I use any other plant based milk?
- YES,You can use soy milk,almond milk,cashew milk,instead of coconut milk.These all also gives us good creamy texture for milkshake.
- Can I make it and store it for long time?
- Milkshakes are best consumed fresh, but you can refrigerate them for a few hours. Blend once again to make it creamy and smooth before serving.
BENEFITS:
This milkshake contains absolutely no form of dairy product; hence it is safe to consume for those lactose intolerance or generally develop an allergy to milk or other forms of dairy products..
Gluten-Free:
This milkshake, by composition, is gluten-free; hence it is also suitable for those who either have gluten intolerance or those who have the celiac disease.
Energy Rich:
The natural sweetness of the cocoa powder and maple syrup alone will give you an instant kick with energy, making them great for any time.
Versatile:
This could be turned into a very different aspect of the milkshake by simply adding several fruits, protein powder, or green veggies like spinach.
Children Can Have It Too:
This milkshake is also quite suitable for kids. Give this milkshake to the children since they need good health—this is an excellent tasty and healthy drink for them.
Lightweight and Fast:
It is very light in weight and quickly cookable. You can serve it within minutes.
So, this beverage, the chocolate milkshake vegan, is just the right drink to fulfill your taste buds and improve your health.