Strawberry Smoothie, Banana Swirl & Healthy Mocha Frappuccino
Strawberry Smoothie
- 1 c. Almond milk
- 1 very ripe banana peeled and frozen
- 2-3 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 scoop vanilla
- Juice Plus Complete
- plant based protein powder optional
Banana Swirl
- 1-2 cups
- full fat canned coconut milk
- 3 very ripe bananas peeled and frozen
Healthy Mocha Frappuccino
- 1 c. Almond milk
- 1 scoop chocolate
- Juice Plus Complete plant based protein powder
- 1-2 cups ice
- Optional -- add 1 shot of decaff espresso or a drop of peppermint extract
When your bananas get very ripe on your counter (partially brown and super sweet) peel and freeze in a gallon size zip lock baggie for smoothies or muffins. Place all ingredients in a high powered blender, like a [Vitamix| http://amzn.to/2jeVVWv], in the order listed. Make sure liquid is in the bottom of the blender. Add additional milk as needed, to get the desired consistency or thickness. We like to eat Banana Swirl as an ice cream, so I tend to use less milk. If you want a smoothie consistency, use more milk. When using canned, full fat coconut milk, shake the can well before opening. If it is cool in your home, the cream will separate from the coconut water and will be at the top of your can. Stir well and use equal amounts of cream and water, or add more of the water for a thinner smoothie. Save the remaining coconut water and/or cream for another use!