One of my favorite smoothies over this past year has been the N’JOY cacao n’ nuts, peanut butter and maca smoothie I posted last spring. Well, this remixed peanut butter version just claimed the upcoming year as well! Maca powder is my go-to addition to morning smoothies because of its energizing properties. It's rich in vitamins B, C + E; helps balance hormones and mood; increases energy + stamina; and has skin-clarifying properties. Maca has a nutty, malted flavor so it pairs well with creamy, nut-inclusive recipes like this one. Just five ingredients -- frozen bananas, plant-based milk, peanut butter, maca powder, and pure vanilla extract. Add them to a blender, blend on high until ultra-smooth, and serve. As someone who is on a time crunch in the mornings this is a fast and effective way to get my daily nutrients. Together, maca + banana provide an awesome energy and mood boost that keeps energy levels supercharged throughout the morning. Blend, pour and run out the door.
Course: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack
Plant-based, Vegan
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
2 large frozen bananas
¾ to 1 cup plant-based milk
1 tablespoon natural N’JOY cacao n’ nuts peanut butter
1 tablespoon maca powder
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend on high until smooth.
Notes:
If you want to cut the richness of this smoothie, simply substitute water for half or all of the plant-based milk. Option to sprinkle with a handful of cacao nibs or blueberries. Or for a more decadent treat, vegan whipped cream! Yum!