Mrs. Thompson’s Double Chocolate Smoothie
We had two of my sons friends stay with us this past week, and while it was loads of fun, and hysterically funny, food was a big issue.
I could write a quick mini-book on how to feed young teenage boys in a healthy way, and how to battle the contraband junk food bags that sneak in..
Instead I’ll share one of their favorite recipes from the week.
The parents have asked for this recipe because the boys went home talking about it. Not bad for something that’s incredibly healthy.
The boys know that Mrs. Thompson feeds them organic food, and one of them is really into chia seeds, but let’s face it, they really just want it to taste good.
Here you go, friend.
It’s Mrs. Thompson’s Double Chocolate Smoothie.
Ingredients
1 scoop protein powder of choice (I recommend Vega One, Vanilla or Chocolate, or Organic Hemp Protein)
1 tablespoon chia seeds, whole (for energy, Omega 3’s, and brain support)
1 tablespoon raw organic cocoa powder (for an energy boost, endorphins, and high levels of antioxidants)
1 tablespoon raw organic cocoa nibs (same as above and to add a little bit of crunch)
1 tablespoon raw organic coconut flakes (a healthy fat, and good taste)
1 banana (for sweetness, and potassium for athletic recovery)
3 Medjool dates, pitted (natural sweetness and minerals)
1 tablespoon coconut butter (a mixture of coconut oil and flesh that tastes incredible; a healthy fat, great for brain development and muscle energy)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 ounces or so water or almond milk
ice cubes to blend
*if desired you can add a 1 tsp to 1 Tbsp of organic almond butter if trying to gain weight.
Add all ingredients to a blender, preferably high speed like a vita-mix, and blend.
