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Chocolate Matcha Smoothie

Cacao Matcha Smoothie with Medjool Dates | Plant-Based Energy Drink 

Satisfy your chocolate cravings with a creamy smoothie with medjool dates that’s naturally sweet, plant-based, and packed with nourishing ingredients. This cacao matcha smoothie blends Natural Delights Medjool Dates with banana, coconut milk, and matcha for a delicious combination of rich flavor, antioxidants, and energy. Enjoy it as a wholesome breakfast, snack, or post-workout treat.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup cacao powder
  • 4 medjool dates, pitted
  • 2 tsp matcha powder
  • 1 banana, cut into chunks and frozen
  • 1.5 cups coconut milk
  • 1 scoop plant-based protein powder (optional)
  • 2 cups ice
  • (Optional) fruits to garnish

Preparation

  1. In a high-speed blender add all ingredients except for the toppings.
  2. Blend until smooth and consistent.
  3. Transfer into cups and garnish. Enjoy!

*While Medjool dates are high in natural sugars, they are low on the glycemic index thanks to a balanced amount of soluble fiber. The complex carbohydrates found in Medjool dates are digested at a slower rate, making them a source of dietary fiber and releasing energy to the body over a longer period of time.