Matcha Chocolate Lava Shake: Pure Bliss!
Indulge in this rich matcha chocolate lava shake, featuring dark chocolate and creamy coconut milk for a decadent vegan treat.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey (use maple syrup for vegans)
- 1/3 cup canned coconut milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 ounces dark chocolate (make sure it is vegan if needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk (refrigerated overnight)
- 1/2-3 /4 cup cold almond milk or coconut water
- 1-2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder (depending on your taste)
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- For the Chocolate Lava: Stir together cocoa powder, honey, coconut milk and salt in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the chocolate is melted. Bring mixture to a low boil, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat. Add the dark chocolate and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, stirring until smooth. Set aside. Any leftover sauce can be refrigerated and reheated.
- For the Shake: Take the can of full-fat coconut milk out of the fridge. Scoop the thick coconut cream from the top (about 1/2 cup) and set aside. Reserve the coconut water for another use or for the shake.
- Add the reserved coconut cream, 1/2 cup almond milk (or reserved coconut water), matcha powder (start with 1 tablespoon), the remaining 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, avocado, banana, spinach, almond butter, and a pinch of salt to a high-powered blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Add the remaining 1/4 cup of almond milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
- To serve, drizzle the warm chocolate lava sauce into two glasses. Pour the matcha shake mixture over the chocolate. Top with cocoa nibs if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best lava flavor.
- Adjust matcha powder to your preference for a stronger or milder green tea taste.
- Ensure your full-fat coconut milk has been refrigerated overnight for optimal cream separation. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Adjust matcha powder to your preference for a stronger or milder green tea taste.
- Ensure your full-fat coconut milk has been refrigerated overnight for optimal cream separation. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.