Cacao Protein Smoothie Recipe

This healthy smoothie is chock-full of quality vegan protein to help balance your blood sugar levels and keep you feeling satisfied until lunch. Bananas are a brilliant way to boost the immune system and protect the body from illness and disease as they’re high in vitamin C. This important vitamin is also needed for collagen production in the skin, and it acts as an antioxidant helping to fight free-radical damage throughout the body.

Makes: 1

GF, VG

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Recipe


Ingredients

  • 1 frozen ripe banana
  • 1 tbsp raw cacao powder
  • 2 Medjool dates, remove pits
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 scoop hemp protein powder
  • 1 tbsp almond butter

Method


  • Blend all ingredients in your food processor or blender.
  • Pour into a glass and enjoy.
  • Tip: Keep over-ripe peeled bananas in the freezer to use for smoothies. They make them extra creamy.

  

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