Portable Bliss • Nutty & Creamy
Banana Hazelnut Chia Shake
A creamy, speckled blend of banana, roasted hazelnuts, chia seeds, and chocolate — exactly what shows up in your photos, sized for your portable blender.
Think banana‑nut gelato meets milkshake. This shake is naturally sweet, slightly nutty, and lightly chocolatey with a satisfying chill.
The “Banana Hazelnut Chia Shake”
Blend to a creamy beige with flecks from the nuts and chia — just like the picture.
Here’s what you’ll need:
| Ingredient | Estimated Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Banana — sliced | 1 small (or 1/2 large) | Riper = sweeter and creamier. |
| Roasted Hazelnuts | 2–3 tbsp (20–30 g) | Lightly toasted for deeper flavor; sub hazelnut butter (1–2 tbsp). |
| Chia Seeds | 1 tbsp | Thickens and adds omega‑3s; let sit 2–3 min to hydrate. |
| Milk of Choice | 3/4 cup (180 ml) | Dairy, almond, or coconut milk (to echo the coconut pieces). |
| Chocolate Chips (optional) | 1–2 tbsp | For a hazelnut‑chocolate vibe (hello, gianduja!). |
| Ice Cubes | 4–5 cubes | Frosty, milkshake texture. |
| Sweetener (optional) | To taste | Only if your banana isn’t very ripe. |
Let’s Get Blending!
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Liquid First: Pour in the milk.
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Add the Good Stuff: Add banana, hazelnuts (or hazelnut butter), chia seeds, and chocolate chips (optional).
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Chill: Add the ice cubes.
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Blend: Blend 45–60 seconds until creamy with tiny speckles. If it’s too thick, splash in a bit more milk.
Done! A nutty‑creamy Banana Hazelnut Chia Shake that’s dessert‑level delicious yet portable.
Why You’ll Love It:
🌰 Nutty & Rich
— Hazelnuts bring depth and healthy fats.
— Hazelnuts bring depth and healthy fats.
🍌 Naturally Sweet
— Banana sweetens and makes it silky.
— Banana sweetens and makes it silky.
🌱 Boosted with Chia
— Omega‑3s + fiber for staying power.
— Omega‑3s + fiber for staying power.
🍫 Optional Chocolate
— Add chips for a gianduja twist.
— Add chips for a gianduja twist.
Tip: For extra nuttiness, soak the hazelnuts 10 minutes in warm water, drain, then blend — smoother texture, bigger flavor.