Description
A festive and healthy Peppermint Mocha Smoothie perfect for a Christmas breakfast. Enjoy the holiday flavors without the guilt!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup frozen banana
- 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower florets
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon peppermint extract (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules (optional)
- Sweetener to taste (e.g., stevia, maple syrup)
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Combine almond milk, frozen banana, frozen cauliflower, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, and instant coffee granules (if using) in a blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add sweetener to your preference and blend again.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more almond milk. If it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy your festive holiday smoothie immediately.
Notes
- For an extra chocolatey flavor, add a few mini dark chocolate chips.
- Adjust the peppermint extract to achieve your desired level of mintiness.
- Ensure your banana is frozen for the best creamy texture.
- Cauliflower adds creaminess and nutrients without altering the taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: Approximately 150-200 (depending on sweetener)
- Sugar: Varies with sweetener
- Sodium: Low
- Fat: Low
- Saturated Fat: Low
- Unsaturated Fat: Low
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 25-35g
- Fiber: Approx. 5-8g
- Protein: Approx. 3-5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg