Java Chip Smoothie

Today is a special day – it’s my mom’s birthday! So I want to give a big birthday shout out to my fabulous mother – not only is she my biggest fan, she is one of my best friends and she deserves an amazing day! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM, I love you!

I thought I’d post a recipe today that with flavors my mom enjoys…coffee and chocolate! I’ve never been one to consume much caffeine or coffee on a regular basis but I do enjoy mocha and coffee flavored drinks and desserts. When opting for a hot drink, I would much rather have a cup of tea as opposed to coffee but I’ve also come to appreciate a little caffeine boost during the start of our new yogurt store 🙂

Here’s a mocha-inspired protein smoothie that is a delicious snack, after-workout drink or on-the-go breakfast!

Java Chip Smoothie 

Java Chip Smoothie

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Today is a special day - it's my mom's birthday! So I want to give a big birthday shout out to my fabulous mother - not only is she my biggest fan, she is one of my best friends and she deserves an amazing day! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM, I love you!

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Ingredients

  

• 1 cup non-dairy milk (almond, rice, coconut, soy, hemp)
• 2-3 dashes of ground cinnamon
• 1 scoop of protein powder (use soy,rice or hemp for vegan)
• 1-2 medjool dates
• 1 Tbsp raw cacao powder (regular cocoa powder could be subbed)
• 2 tsp instant coffee granules (regular or decaf)
• 4-5 ice cubes
• 1 tsp cacao nibs or chocolate chips for serving

Instructions

 

• Add non-daory milk through ice cubes to a blender and combine until smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into a glass and sprinkle with cacao bins (or chocolate chips) and enjoy!