Energizing Espresso Smoothie with Maca

This makes a good breakfast smoothie! Quick to make and it will definitly give you an energy boost we all need in the morning.

Maca powder is made from a Peruan root that grows in the mountains. Maca is rich in vitamins (B, C and E), minerals and is known for its uplifitng effects (it should be consumed in small quantities though!!).

The nutbutter adds extra flavour but also helps to prevent your bloodsugar from rising sky high due to the sugar you get from the banana and date. I used peanutbutter made from 100% peanuts, without amy added sugars or oils nut you can use any nutbutter you like (almond butter is amazing).

Time: 5 minutes

Servings: serves 1-2*

*If you are having this for breakfast add a tablespoon of oats to make it more filling

Ingredients:

• 1 espresso (or 40-50 ml coffee of desirable strength)
• 150 ml unsweetened almond milk or rice-coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon maca powder (optional)
• 1 banana
• 1/2 to 1 date 
• 2 tsp nutbutter
• small squeeze of lemon juice (optinal, to make it a little bit more fresh)

Method:

1. Blend together all ingredients and enjoy.