Name: Cherry Ripe Smoothie
Prep time: 6 min
Ingredients: 1 cup frozen cherries; 2 tbsp cocoa powder; 2 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tbsp desiccated coconut; 2 tbsp rolled oats; 2 tbsp nut butter; 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk

Breakfast, Drinks, Quick/Under 30 mins

SERVES:

DIFFICULTY:
Easy

PREP TIME:
6

COOK TIME:

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Ingredients

1 cup frozen cherries
2 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp desiccated coconut
2 tbsp rolled oats
2 tbsp nut butter
1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk

Method

Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides.

To Serve

Sprinkle with a dusting of cocoa powder and coconut, and one halved fresh cherry (optional)

Notes

Recipe & Photography by Megann Evans

Please note the serving size listed is to be used as a guide only. Consider your own individual nutrient and carbohydrate requirements and adjust the serving size as required. If you are unsure of your requirements consult an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) for personalises advice.

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