[Recipe] Minty Mocha Almond Butter Smoothie

I love chocolate and mint. It is a wonderful combination! This delicious smoothie is a favorite of mine, and of Tara at TrebleInTheKitchen whose recipe we have for you today. (Find the details on the next page.)

Cacao/cocoa is a great addition to your smoothies as it’s rich in antioxidants. Add a little coffee to the mix and you have a great pick-me-up for breakfast or when you need a snack to keep you going – say, right around mid afternoon when many of us seem to falter or feel a lack of energy.

Tara is a personal trainer and fitness instructor who loves healthy food. She is also training to become a Registered Dietitian. She is a fan of the peppermint and chocolate combo, too, and says …

I added some of that minty sweet extract right to my smoothie and was VERY happy with the end result!

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Recipe: Minty Mocha Almond Butter Smoothie

Serves 1, or 2 as a snack; approx 300/150 cals each

Ingredients:

1 cup nonfat Milk, your choice (dairy give 8 g protein)
1 frozen Banana
1 large handful of Spinach or baby Kale
1 tsp Cocoa powder
1 tsp instant Coffee granules
1 Tbsp Almond Butter
1/4 tsp Peppermint Extract
Ice cubes

Optional:
1/2 scoop of your favorite protein powder
OR 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (11 g protein)

Blend until smooth and enjoy.

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