Thick Banana Chocolate Milkshake With Hazelnut Crunch: A Simple Recipe

Just when you thought milkshakes have become outdated, even more flavor fusions have started to emerge. This time, the classic chocolate milkshake is combined with the satisfaction of bananas coupled with the nutty infusion of hazelnuts creating a concoction that you may have never seen before even in the most famous cafes around you. Blending dark chocolate with bananas and hazelnut creates a delightful rich, deep, and sophisticated flavor that surprises you with every sip. On top of being satisfying, this milkshake is also a great way to curb your cravings

This recipe combines Bournville dark chocolate with ripe frozen bananas and roasted hazelnuts to create a satisfying beverage that fulfills your cravings and uplifts your mood. When you are in the hunt for a cozy sweet treat in the evening, this milkshake will be a perfect option for you. Since it does not require any baking, cooking, or intricate processes, you can make it easily whenever your mood says so. All you have to do is just blend the ingredients together, serve it with your favorite toppings and enjoy it sip by sip. The recipe is versatile so you can switch the ingredients as per your preference. Follow the detailed instructions below and make this sweet concoction today!

Simple Step-By-Step Recipe For Banana Chocolate Milkshake With Hazelnuts:

Ingredients:

• 2 large ripe bananas (frozen for a thicker shake)
• 1 cup chilled full-fat milk (or oat milk for extra creaminess)
• 3–4 scoops of vanilla or chocolate ice cream
• 2 tablespoons Cadbury Bournville or any dark chocolate
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (adjust based on sweetness of bananas)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of cinnamon
• ¼ cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
• 1 tablespoon chocolate chips or chunks

Method:

Step 1: Prepare the Bananas

Peel and slice ripe bananas and keep them in the freezer for at least 2 hours. This hack will help you get a thicker, creamier, and denser milkshake without the need to rely on ice cubes or ice cream. Addition of ice cubes may water down the consistency therefore adding frozen bananas is a really good alternative.

Step 2: Toast the Hazelnuts

Chop hazelnuts and toast them in a dry pan for about 2 to 3 minutes over low heat until they start to exude fragrance and turn golden. Set them aside to cool down.

Step 3: Blend the Shake Base

Take a blender jar and in it combine chilled milk, ice cream of any mild flavor like vanilla or chocolate, frozen slices of bananas, melted or grated chocolate, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup for sweetening, vanilla extract for a floral fragrance and flavor, and lastly a pinch of cinnamon powder. Blend it on high speed until it turns smooth, thick, frothy, and creamy.

Step 4: Fold in the Crunchy Additions

Once the milkshake is blended, add half of the toasted hazelnuts into it along with chocolate chips. Pulse the milkshake once or twice again to mix the ingredients without fully blending them. This will preserve the crunch as well as the flavor. Once blended, stop blending and keep it in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Step 5: Serve

Pour the thick milkshake into chilled glasses. Top with the remaining hazelnuts, chocolate shavings, or even a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Add a scoop of ice cream to bring the appeal of cafe made dessert and enjoy it with as many garnishes as you like.

Tips for the Perfect Milkshake:

• To bring extra thickness into the milkshake, use frozen bananas and reduce the milk slightly. Adding frozen banana is the key hack to make the milkshake thick without adding too much milk.
• To make the milkshake vegan, swap milk with oat milk or almond milk, and use vegan chocolate and dairy-free ice cream. Milk has many better vegan substitutes that impart a great flavor.
• For stronger hazelnut flavor, add 1 tsp of hazelnut butter or Nutella to the blender. Hazelnut butter will also make the texture thicker while creating a concentrated nutty flavor.
• Skip the honey if bananas are already very ripe. This will help keep the sweetness in check so you can enjoy other flavors without making them overshadowed by the sweet.
• Chill your glasses before serving to keep the shake cold longer. When you chill the glasses, this will help keep the milkshake cold as well. It will also help if you want to make drizzle patterns in the inner walls of the glasses.