Gingerbread Smoothie
The Gingerbread Smoothie captures the warm, cozy spices of gingerbread cookies in a cool, refreshing drink. Perfect for a quick breakfast, post-workout snack, or healthier dessert option.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tbsp almond butter optional
- Ice cubes optional, for a thicker smoothie
- Whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and make sure your banana is frozen for a creamier texture.
- Blend the Smoothie: In a blender, combine the almond milk, frozen banana, vanilla Greek yogurt, molasses, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and almond butter (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add a few ice cubes and blend again.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the smoothie into a glass. If you’re feeling a bit indulgent, top it with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
And there you have it! Your Gingerbread Smoothie is ready.
This smoothie is not only delicious but also packed with protein and warming spices, making it a nutritious and satisfying treat. Enjoy the festive flavors and the creamy texture!
A few tips from my kitchen to yours:
- Adjust the spices to your taste preference; if you love a spicier kick, add a bit more ginger or cinnamon.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
- Add a scoop of protein powder to make it a perfect post-workout snack.
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 28g