Mayan Hot Chocolate Smoothie

Who says a smoothie has to be frosty? This drink is reminiscent of hot chocolate, making it a great way to take a bite out of the winter chill. Blend in some protein powder and you have a great way to recover after any nippy outdoor exercise.

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Mayan Hot Chocolate Smoothie

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Servings

2 servings

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Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 banana, quartered
• 2 Tbsp raw or natural cocoa powder
• 2 Tbsp natural peanut butter or unsalted almond butter
• 2 tsp instant espresso powder (optional)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp chili powder or cayenne pepper

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups milk 1 banana, quartered 2 Tbsp raw or natural cocoa powder 2 Tbsp natural peanut butter or unsalted almond butter 2 tsp instant espresso powder (optional) 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp chili powder or cayenne pepper

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Instructions

1. Place milk and 1/2 cup (125 mL) water in small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a slight simmer.
2. Place hot milk in blender container along with banana, cocoa powder, nut butter, espresso powder (if using), vanilla, cinnamon, and chili or cayenne. Blend until smooth.

Recipe Notes

Each serving contains: 239 calories; 12 g protein; 10 g total fat (2 g sat. fat, 0 g trans fat); 29 g total carbohydrates (18 g sugars, 4 g fibre); 83 mg sodium