Description
A cozy and delicious Gingerbread Smoothie that is perfect for chilly winter mornings. Combining the rich flavors of gingerbread spice, frozen bananas, and cacao powder, this smoothie tastes like a treat yet provides a nutritious start to your day. Optional additions like Greek yogurt and protein powder can boost the creaminess and protein content while almond milk keeps it dairy-free and light.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk (or more based on desired consistency)
- 2-3 frozen bananas
- 1 tbsp cacao powder
- ½ tsp gingerbread spice (or Christmas spice)
- 1 tbsp honey or molasses (or both)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Small pinch of sea salt
Optional Ingredients
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop protein powder
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add almond milk, frozen bananas, Greek yogurt (if using), protein powder (if using), cacao powder, gingerbread spice, honey or molasses, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt into a high-speed blender.
- Blend Smooth: Blend all ingredients on high until completely smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk little by little to reach your preferred consistency.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the smoothie and add additional honey or molasses if you prefer a sweeter flavor, then blend briefly again.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass. Optionally, top with whipped cream and a light dusting of cacao powder or gingerbread spice for an extra festive touch. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use almond milk or your favorite plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
- Frozen bananas give the smoothie a thick and creamy texture without needing ice.
- Gingerbread spice can be substituted with a mix of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves if not available.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or molasses to suit your taste.
- Adding Greek yogurt and protein powder is optional but boosts creaminess and protein.
- This smoothie is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours; stir well before drinking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 334 calories
- Sugar: 46.5 g
- Sodium: 423.1 mg
- Fat: 4.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 77.2 g
- Fiber: 8.5 g
- Protein: 5.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
