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Blend of banana, cocoa, and milk; source of protein, potassium, and calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Banana Cocoa Milk (200 g) has 150 calories. That works out to 75 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.4 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Banana Cocoa Milk is a simple blended drink made with milk, banana and cocoa. It is more of a convenient homemade smoothie-style drink than a dish tied to one particular region. Ripe banana gives it sweetness and a creamy body, while cocoa adds a rounded chocolate note; blending it well creates the light froth often seen on top.
It is commonly served chilled for breakfast or as a snack, and can work as a quick drink between meals. In Turkey, it also fits easily into a home breakfast or afternoon break. It provides 2.7 g of protein per 100 g, alongside potassium from banana and calcium from milk. For a less sweet version, use a ripe banana and skip added sugar.
Selected: 100 g
75
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
1.6g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 15% · Fat 19%
Vitamins
B12
0.4µg · 17% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Calcium
90mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Iodine
12µg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
210mg · 6% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 75 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Blend a ripe banana with milk and unsweetened cocoa until smooth to make Banana Cocoa Milk. Taste it before adding anything sweet; a ripe banana often provides enough sweetness, while extra cocoa makes the drink more chocolate-forward.
Yes, Banana Cocoa Milk can be part of breakfast, especially when you need something quick. It may not keep everyone full on its own, so pair it with a more substantial food such as oats, eggs, or whole-grain toast.
Yes, Banana Cocoa Milk contains a small amount of caffeine from cocoa, as well as theobromine. The amount varies with the cocoa used, so people sensitive to stimulants may prefer it earlier in the day.
Yes, Banana Cocoa Milk can work as a pre-workout drink because its banana and milk provide carbohydrates and protein. Have it early enough to feel comfortable during exercise, since a thick milk-based drink may feel heavy for some people.
Banana Cocoa Milk can serve as a light snack, but it is not necessarily a complete meal. For a more filling option, have it alongside foods that add texture and staying power, such as oats, nut butter, or a sandwich.
Homemade Banana Cocoa Milk can darken because cut banana is exposed to air and gradually oxidizes. Blend it just before serving and keep leftovers covered and chilled; a color change alone does not prove the drink has spoiled.
Yes, Banana Cocoa Milk can be made without added sugar. Use a ripe banana and unsweetened cocoa, then taste the blended drink before deciding whether it needs extra sweetness.
Yes, you can freeze Banana Cocoa Milk, but its texture may become grainy or separate after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator and blend it again before drinking; avoid refreezing it once thawed.
Keep homemade Banana Cocoa Milk covered in the refrigerator and drink it promptly. The banana can change the drink’s color and flavor as it sits; discard it if it develops an off smell or other signs of spoilage.
Banana Cocoa Milk is fine for many people at night, but cocoa contains small amounts of caffeine and theobromine. If those affect your sleep, or dairy feels uncomfortable before bed, choose a different drink or have it earlier.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.