Beach Bum Tropical Smoothie

Experience a tropical getaway with this Beach Bum Tropical Smoothie, a blend of ripe bananas, strawberries, almond milk, and dark chocolate.

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Prep Time 6

Total Time 6

Servings: 2 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Tropical

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Smoothie

2 pieces Ripe Bananas peeled and sliced
12 ounces Frozen Strawberries can substitute with fresh berries and added ice
1.5 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk can substitute with coconut water
1 cups Ice Cubes adjust if using fresh strawberries
2 squares Dark Chocolate (70% cacao or higher) can increase for more chocolate flavor

Optional Add-ins

1 teaspoon Sweetener (Honey or Maple Syrup) optional, adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Almond Butter optional, to not overpower smoothie

Equipment

Blender
microwave
Microwave-safe dish

Method

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate - Heat dark chocolate in microwave until smooth.
Step 2: Blend the Base Ingredients - Combine bananas, strawberries, almond milk, and ice in blender and blend until smooth.
Step 3: Incorporate the Chocolate - Add melted chocolate to blended ingredients and blend until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Adjust the Sweetness - Taste smoothie and add sweetener if desired; blend again.
Step 5: Serve Chilled - Pour into glasses; garnish if desired and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Blend order matters; add almond milk first, then fruits for smoother blending. Store leftovers appropriately.

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