Chocolate health shake

 

Chocolate health shake

A thick and creamy shake that is packed with goodness!

Ingredients:

  • 3 chopped dates

  • 1 frozen banana, skin removed

  • Flesh of ¼ avocado

  • 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds

  • 2 tbsps cocoa powder

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup milk of your choice

How to make:

  1. Soak the chopped dates in a few tablespoons of boiling water and allow them to soften for a few minutes while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

  2. Chop the banana into a few chunks and pop into a blender or food processor. I always use my amazing Kenwood Food Processor, it comes with a jug attachment.

  3. Add the remaining ingredients, including the soaked dates, and blend thoroughly before serving. 

Adapt it:  This smoothie has a slightly coarse texture because of the seeds and dates.  If you prefer to have a smooth shake then replace the pumpkin seeds with peanut or almond butter and soak the dates for a little longer before adding them. 

Top tip:  For a rich chocolate taste, try using raw Dutch cocoa.  You can buy it at some supermarkets, health stores and speciality food stores. 

 
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