Blueberry Chocolate Decadence Smoothie

Name: Blueberry Chocolate Decadence Smoothie
Yield: makes approximately 4 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh blueberries, stemmed, plus more for garnish; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cocoa powder; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 cup ice

December 14, 2011

This drink is heavenly in the summer, when fresh blueberries are abundant. The bright flavor of blueberries and the earthy taste of chocolate perfectly complement each other, and both are chock-full of antioxidants. Make this recipe with any kind of milk (my favorite is almond milk—see page 73).

Recipe information

Yield
makes approximately 4 cups

Ingredients

2 cups fresh blueberries, stemmed, plus more for garnish

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cocoa powder

1 1/2 cups milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Pinch of ground nutmeg

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1 cup ice

Preparation

Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve immediately. Garnish with extra blueberries, if desired. (Pictured on page 149, top center).

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TagsSmoothie Beverages Blueberry Berry Fruit Cocoa Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Vegan Nonalcoholic Quick Easy No-Cook Blender Summer Cookbooks

Recipe notes

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