Almond Chocolate Smoothie with Rice Milk: Recipe

Almond Chocolate Smoothie with Rice Milk

Pear and chocolate are an old dessert pairing, and here they meet in a glass. Almond butter adds a roasted, nutty depth, rice drink keeps it light.

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Easy to make3.6

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GlassHighball glass

TechniqueBlended

DifficultyEasy

Time5 min

StrengthAlcohol-free

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Ingredients

1 pear ripe, cored
1 tsp cocoa powder sweetened cocoa drink powder or unsweetened cocoa
1 tbsp almond butter
5 oz rice milk

Garnish: A little grated dark chocolate · Ice: Served up, no ice

Method

Wash, core and roughly chop the pear.
Put pear, cocoa, almond butter and rice drink into the blender.
Blend for about 40 seconds until smooth and frothy.
Taste, add a little more cocoa if you like, and serve.

Taste

Chocolatey and nutty with a juicy pear sweetness and a light, silky texture.

About this smoothie

Poached pear with chocolate sauce is a classic French dessert, known as Poire Belle Hélène, and this smoothie borrows the idea. A ripe pear gives natural sweetness and body; cocoa brings the chocolate flavour, and a spoon of almond butter adds nuttiness and creaminess. Rice drink is naturally sweet and mild, and it is free from dairy, soy and nuts in itself. The result tastes like a treat but stays light. Enjoy it as an afternoon snack or dessert.

Bartender tips

Unsweetened cocoa gives a deeper chocolate flavour; sweeten with a date if needed.
A frozen pear, cut into pieces before freezing, makes the drink thick and ice cold.