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Aptly named, this brownie batter smoothie tastes just like the real thing and is incredibly simple to prepare. You can even dip a spatula in it to induce nostalgia if you would like. As an added perk, the foods + flavors in this smoothie are so functional that you can be assured you are nourishing yourself to the fullest while also indulging in a decadent drink.
While cacao powder and cocoa powder come from the same plant, cocoa powder is more processed. To prioritize high-quality fat and lots of minerals + polyphenols, opt for cacao powder when possible!
G A T H E R
1 1/2 cups nut or seed milk [of choice, unsweetened]
1/2 cup cauliflower rice [frozen]*
20 g protein from clean protein powder [of choice]
1/2 green-tipped banana
1 Medjool date [pitted]
1/4 avocado [frozen]
2 tsp nut or seed butter [of choice, unsweetened]
1 Tbsp cacao powder [unsweetened]
1 tsp vanilla extract
tiny pinch of sea salt
H O W T O:
Place all ingredients in a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Serve cold and enjoy!
*Did you know? 1/2 cup cauliflower rice is equal to approximately 1 cup of cauliflower florets.
go pro: add a spoonful of plain yogurt [DF optional] for a probiotic boost!
F U N C T I O N A L F L A V O R S
green-tipped banana: during ripening, the resistant starch in bananas gets converted to sugar. Opt for slightly underripe green-tipped bananas to regulate blood sugar + promote the health of the microbiome.
avocado: not only are avocados incredibly versatile, they pack a punch of monounsaturated fats + fiber [hello gut health!] and contain several different carotenoids - a group of phytonutrients which promote eye + cognitive health
cacao powder: while cacao powder and cocoa powder come from the same plant, cocoa powder is more processed. To prioritize high-quality fat and lots of minerals + polyphenols, opt for cacao powder when possible!
cauliflower rice: sulforaphane, a compound found in cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower, is a powerful nutrient that aids in detoxification + excretion of metabolites in the body [including metabolized hormones] to aid in cancer prevention + hormone balance
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