Mexican Chocolate Smoothie

This creamy smoothie combines rich cacao and warming cinnamon with the unexpected peppery kick of broccoli sprouts for a bold and nutritious twist. No maple syrup? Use honey, agave nectar, or any liquid sweetener of your choice.

Serves 2 (serving size: 1 cup)

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or preferred milk)
• ½ cup high-glucoraphanin broccoli sprouts, loosely packed
• 1 tbsp cacao powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1-2 tsp maple syrup
• ½ medium banana, frozen
• ¼ avocado
• ½ cup ice

Directions

1. Combine ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as desired.
3. Divide the mixture into two glasses; serve immediately.