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Espresso Mocha Smoothie

This espresso mocha smoothie is vegan and paleo-friendly and seriously delicious. If you don't have the flavored coconut chips use espresso. 

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1
Author Tess Masters

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Throw everything into your blender except the ice, and blast on high for 30 to 60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the ice, and blast again for another 10 to 20 seconds until the consistency of a frappuccino. Tweak dates, cinnamon, and ice to taste.

Recipe Notes

*Probiotic Powder - I add 1/2 teaspoon of probiotic powder to all smoothies to replenish stores of healthy bacteria for immunity, digestion, detox, and to balance the acidic effects of high-sugar fruits and other sweeteners. The really potent probiotics require refrigeration. If you have capsules, break the shell and release the powder. Unsweetened probiotic-rich liquids like kefirs (water, coconut water, milk varieties) or kombucha make wonderful health-promoting additions to shakes, too.

*Celtic Sea Salt - I add a pinch (or more) of this alkalizing, mineral-rich salt to all smoothies to boost the natural flavor of fruits and veggies; temper the acidity of sweet fruits and sweeteners; stimulate the lymphatic system; replenish electrolytes; aid digestion; and help the body access energy. I do not recommend adding common table salt which is generally heated to extreme temperatures, iodized, bleached, processed, and refined. This salt does not have the same benefits. If you have a health condition that requires you to limit your sodium intake consult your doctor before adding salt to your smoothies.

Recipe from Meg Unprocessed
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