Chocolate Sapote Smoothie Recipe

Master this homemade chocolate sapote smoothie recipe for a taste of tropical luxury! This easy baking recipe transforms creamy black sapote (chocolate pudding fruit) into the best plant-based indulgence with rich cacao, natural sweetness, and velvety texture. Perfect for breakfast or dessert!

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

0 mins

Serves:

2 smoothies

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 ripe black sapotes (chocolate pudding fruit), flesh scooped out (about 200g)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">240ml almond milk (or any plant-based milk)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 frozen banana</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">20g unsweetened cacao powder</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tablespoon almond butter</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 teaspoons maple syrup (optional, depending on sapote sweetness)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Small pinch of sea salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">6 ice cubes</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For garnish: coconut whipped cream and cacao nibs (optional)</li></ul>

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

🍽️ Serving Size: 1 serving

🔥 Calories: 295 calories

🥑 Fat: 9 g

🧈 Saturated Fat: 2 g

🍞 Carbohydrates: 48 g

🍭 Sugar: 28 g

🍗 Protein: 7 g

🫀 Cholesterol: 0 mg

🧂 Sodium: 45 mg

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">High-powered blender</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Rubber spatula</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Prepare your black sapotes by cutting them in half and scooping out the soft, pudding-like flesh. Choose fruits that are fully ripened - they should feel very soft to the touch and have darkened to a deep brown-black color. The flesh inside should be dark and custard-like (this is when sapotes develop their characteristic chocolate flavor). Discard any seeds you find.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Add the sapote flesh to your blender along with the frozen banana chunks. The frozen banana will help thicken the smoothie and add natural sweetness that complements the sapote's caramel-chocolate notes. Using frozen rather than fresh banana creates a colder, thicker texture without diluting the flavors with ice.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Pour in the almond milk and add the cacao powder, almond butter, maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. The cacao powder intensifies the chocolate profile, while the almond butter adds creaminess and healthy fats that will help your body absorb the fat-soluble nutrients in the cacao.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Add the ice cubes and blend everything on high speed until completely smooth and velvety, about 45-60 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender with a rubber spatula if needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated. The smoothie should have a rich, silky texture without any lumps.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Taste your smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed. Black sapotes vary in sweetness depending on ripeness - a perfectly ripe one may not require additional sweetener. If the smoothie tastes bitter, add a little more maple syrup and blend briefly again.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Pour the smoothie immediately into two tall glasses. For an extra special touch, top with a dollop of coconut whipped cream and sprinkle with cacao nibs for textural contrast. The smoothie is best enjoyed fresh, as the natural enzymes in the sapote can change the flavor if left to sit too long.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>If you have leftover smoothie, pour it into popsicle molds and freeze for a delicious frozen treat that captures all the chocolate-caramel goodness of the sapote fruit. These popsicles make an excellent healthy alternative to traditional frozen chocolate desserts.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Chocolate Sapote Smoothie Recipe?

This smoothie combines black sapotes (chocolate pudding fruit), almond milk, frozen banana, cacao powder, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sea salt, and ice. Optional garnishes include coconut whipped cream and cacao nibs.

How to cook Chocolate Sapote Smoothie Recipe at home?

Learn how to cook Chocolate Sapote Smoothie Recipe by first selecting perfectly ripe black sapotes (they should be very soft and dark brown-black). Scoop out the pudding-like flesh, combine with frozen banana, almond milk, cacao powder and seasonings in a high-powered blender, then blend until velvety smooth. No actual cooking required!

What does black sapote fruit taste like and why is it called "chocolate pudding fruit"?

When perfectly ripe, black sapote has a naturally sweet, mild chocolate-caramel flavour with custard-like consistency. It earned the nickname "chocolate pudding fruit" because its dark brown flesh has a remarkably similar taste and texture to chocolate pudding, despite containing no actual chocolate.

How can I tell when a black sapote is properly ripened for smoothie making?

A perfectly ripe black sapote will feel extremely soft to the touch (almost mushy), have darkened to a deep brown-black colour, and yield easily to gentle pressure. The flesh inside should be dark brown, custard-like and sweet—firm or pale flesh indicates it needs more ripening time.

Can I freeze black sapote pulp for future smoothies?

Absolutely! Scoop the ripe pulp into ice cube trays or freezer-safe containers, leaving slight room for expansion. Freeze for up to 3 months. These frozen sapote cubes work brilliantly in smoothies—no need to thaw first—and help create an extra thick, frosty texture.

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