Keto Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl (That You’ll Actually Want to Eat Every Morning)

Let’s be real, most keto breakfasts are either eggs on repeat or something that tastes like cardboard pretending to be a pancake. So when you find something that feels like a treat but fits your macros? You stick with it.

This Keto Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl is creamy, chocolatey, a bit nutty, and feels more like dessert than something you’re supposed to eat before noon. It’s thick enough to eat with a spoon, loaded with healthy fats, and low on sugar. And yep, it’s actually filling. This isn’t one of those “still-hungry-after-ten-minutes” recipes.

Why This Smoothie Bowl Works on Keto

Here’s what makes this bowl different from the junk that spikes your blood sugar and leaves you crashing an hour later:

• It’s low carb (under 6g net carbs per serving)
• Packed with healthy fats from nuts and coconut milk
• No added sugar, just stevia or monk fruit if you want sweetness
• Rich in fiber and antioxidants, thanks to cacao and hazelnuts

And unlike most keto smoothies, it doesn’t taste like you’re licking a coconut candle. Just saying.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Let’s not overcomplicate this. Here’s what goes in:

Base:

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or canned coconut milk if you want it thicker)
• 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder (unsweetened cocoa works too)
• 2 tablespoons hazelnut butter (or blended toasted hazelnuts)
• 1/2 avocado (makes it creamy, trust me)
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 scoop chocolate-flavored collagen or protein powder (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sweetener to taste (stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol)

Toppings (go light to stay in keto range):

• Crushed roasted hazelnuts
• Coconut flakes (unsweetened)
• A few dark chocolate shavings (85%+)
• Hemp seeds or flax meal
• A few frozen raspberries (optional, don’t go overboard)

How to Make Keto Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl (Step-by-Step)

This takes about 5 minutes. Maybe 7 if you’re half asleep.

Step 1: Toast the Hazelnuts (If You’re Not Using Butter)

Toss hazelnuts into a dry skillet and toast on medium heat for 3-5 minutes, shaking often. When they’re golden and smell amazing, take them off the heat.

Rub them in a kitchen towel to remove the skin, don’t stress if some skin stays on. Add them to a blender. If you’re using pre-made hazelnut butter, skip this step.

Step 2: Add the Rest of the Base

Into the blender goes your milk, cacao powder, avocado, chia seeds, protein powder, vanilla, and sweetener. Blend until smooth.

Pro tip: Start with less liquid if you want it thick and creamy. You can always add more.

Step 3: Taste and Adjust

Give it a taste. Too bitter? Add a touch more sweetener. Too thick? Splash more almond milk. Want it colder? Toss in a few ice cubes and pulse.

Step 4: Pour and Decorate (a.k.a. Top It)

Pour the smoothie into a bowl. Sprinkle your toppings. Keep the portions small to keep carbs in check.

Done. Spoon in hand. Go.

Let’s Talk Toppings Without Ruining Your Carb Count

This is where people mess it up. You get the base right, then you throw on half a banana, some honey, and boom—you’re out of ketosis. So here’s what actually works:

• Roasted hazelnuts: Crunch and flavor, plus fats
• Unsweetened coconut flakes: Toast them for bonus points
• Hemp or chia seeds: Fiber and fats
• Dark chocolate shavings: Just a tiny bit
• Cacao nibs: Bitter, crunchy, satisfying
• Frozen berries: Optional, and just 2-3 raspberries max

Keto Macros Breakdown (Per Serving)

Here’s a rough breakdown if you’re watching your numbers (and if you’re doing keto, you probably are):

• Calories: ~400–450
• Fat: ~35–40g
• Net Carbs: ~5–6g
• Protein: ~10–15g (depending on the protein powder)

Adjust based on your toppings and sweetener choices.

Why Hazelnuts Are a Big Win on Keto

Hazelnuts don’t get enough credit in the keto world. Everyone’s on about almonds or pecans, but hazelnuts have their place:

• Low in carbs: 1 oz has about 2g net carbs
• Loaded with healthy fats: mostly monounsaturated
• Rich in magnesium and vitamin E
• They actually taste good, especially when toasted

And when you pair them with cacao, it’s kind of like making a keto-friendly Nutella without all the fake stuff.

Avocado in a Smoothie? Yep.

Look, no one’s asking you to eat guacamole with cocoa. But half an avocado in a smoothie makes it creamy without any weird taste. Plus, it’s full of fiber and potassium, helps keep you full, and adds fat.

It also saves you from needing banana, which is a sugar bomb on keto. So yeah, avocado’s the move here.

Meal Prep Hack: Make It Ahead

If mornings aren’t your thing (same), you can totally prep this:

• Make the base the night before and keep it in a jar in the fridge.
• Don’t add the toppings until you’re ready to eat or they’ll go soggy.
• You can also freeze smoothie bags with pre-measured ingredients, just add liquid and blend.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Let’s keep it honest. It’s easy to mess up keto recipes, especially when you’re trying to make something that tastes like dessert. Here’s what to watch out for:

• Using sweetened nut milk – Adds sneaky sugars.
• Too much fruit – Even berries add up.
• Overdoing the toppings – Keto is still about balance.
• Not blending enough – Texture matters. No one wants a chunky bowl.
• Forgetting fat – If you skip the avocado or nuts, you’ll just get hungry again fast.

Turn It Into Dessert (Because Why Not?)

Wanna use this for dessert instead of breakfast? Easy:

• Chill it for an hour and top with whipped coconut cream.
• Layer it in a glass with whipped cream and nuts like a parfait.
• Freeze it in silicone molds and make little fudgy fat bombs.

Boom. Now it’s dessert. And still keto.

Real Talk: Does It Actually Taste Good?

Yep. It’s not one of those “healthy” things you force down. It’s thick, chocolatey, rich, and the hazelnuts make it feel fancy. It’s sweet without being sugary, and it keeps you full without making you feel heavy.

We’ve tested it on picky eaters, non-keto folks, and people who usually skip breakfast. It passed.

Want to Bulk It Up? Here’s How:

If you’re using this after a workout or want more staying power:

• Add 1–2 tablespoons of almond or peanut butter
• Use full-fat coconut milk instead of almond milk
• Drop in a raw egg yolk (yes, it’s a thing. Adds fats + nutrients)
• Toss in a scoop of plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened, high-fat)

These changes can add calories and fat, but it’s all clean stuff that works on keto.

Store-Bought vs Homemade Hazelnut Butter

If you’re short on time, grab a jar of hazelnut butter and just check the label. Most of the store ones have added sugar or junk oils.

Making your own is easy though:

• Toast hazelnuts.
• Blend in a food processor until smooth.
• Add a pinch of salt and that’s it.

It’ll last two weeks in the fridge, and you can use it in other recipes too, like keto brownies, coffee drinks, or fat bombs.

Conclusion

The Keto Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl is the kind of breakfast you actually look forward to. No eggs, no bacon, just a bowl of smooth, rich chocolate you eat with a spoon.

It works for lazy mornings, quick lunches, or post-workout snacks. It takes five minutes, gives you a good dose of healthy fats, and doesn’t blow your carb count.

And if you get tired of the same thing every day, switch it up, try almond butter instead of hazelnut, throw in cinnamon, or add espresso powder to make it mocha-style.

If you’re keeping keto and want something that doesn’t taste like diet food, this one’s a solid go-to.

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