This is my tried-and-tested cacao smoothie recipe – and it’s one I spent months perfecting.
It’s rich, chocolatey and naturally sweet – and it also sneaks in 23g of plant-based protein without a scoop of protein powder.
Hemp seeds, walnuts and peanut butter also deliver lots of healthy fats, fibre, and iron too – so it’s both nourishing and delicious.
Tips:
Dates: Most high-speed blenders can easily handle a whole date. If yours struggles, soak the date in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain before blending.
Banana: Make sure your banana is ripe before freezing – it adds natural sweetness and helps balance the cacao.
Milk swaps: Soy milk is great for extra protein, but oat or almond milk also work well if that’s what you have on hand.
Nut variations: You can swap the walnuts for almonds or cashews, or use tahini instead of peanut butter for a nut-free version.
