Happy Sunday! I hope you got out of the house and enjoyed this beautiful weekend we had.

There is something about sunny days and smoothies that just go hand in hand. I kept this one simple and sweet – I even kept the spinach out.

Weird, I know. If you’ve had my Almond Butter Bark and enjoyed it, you’re going to LOVE this smoothie.

Banana – Coconut Water – Chocolate Protein – Coconut Oil (duh) – Almond Butter (also duh)

Lately I haven’t been hungry right when I wake up, which is strange because I’m the person that will wake up in the middle of the night because I’m starving. I know that I need to have something in my body to start my metabolism and “break the fast” aka breakfast. Before I make my actual meal, I start my day with this Protein Smoothie. It contains protein and healthy fats which is exactly how you want to start your day.

CHEERS!

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Chocolate & Almond Butter Protein Smoothie 

ingredients: 

• 1 1/2 cups of coconut water (add more depending on desired consistency)
• 1-2 frozen bananas
• 1 large tablespoon of almond butter
• 1 -2 tsp. coconut oil
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (I use this Pea Protein)

directions: 

• Add all ingredients into high powered blender and blend until smooth.

TIPS: I like to blend mine for a longer time, even if it appears all the banana chunks are blended, it gives a really nice creamy consistency. When bananas are ripe, peel and throw them in a zip lock bag, or container and place in the freezer. This allows easy access when it’s smoothie time. When I say 1-2 tbsp or tsp, it’s because I use a regular kitchen spoon — no one has time to measure exactly. I promise you, no matter the amount, this smoothie will be so good regardless.

Talk soon!

all my love,