Gingerbread Smoothie

Ah the holidays... all the great smells, flavors and memories they conjure up!

What do you think of when you get a whiff of molasses and ginger? Fresh baked gingerbread cookies baking in the oven, or a warm slice of mouth-watering gingerbread?

If you love gingerbread then you're going to LOVE this fun and festive Gingerbread Smoothie!

Yes all the great gingerbread flavor is now yours to enjoy in this delicious and nutritious smoothie that puts a fun spin on a holiday favorite!

Fun Variation: If you love a gingerbread latte this time of year, try adding a cube of frozen espresso (or coffee) to your smoothie for morning energy boost!

Ingredients

• 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

• 1 banana

• 1/3 C rolled oats (can use gluten free)

• 1/2 - 2/3 C unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice)

• 1 Tbsp. creamy natural peanut butter

• 1 Tbsp. blackstrap molasses

• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger

• 1/2 tsp. vanilla

• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

• Ice to desired thickness

Directions

1. Add banana, oats, peanut butter, protein powder, molasses, vanilla, ginger, cinnamon and 1/2 C almond milk to ingredients your blender.

2. Blend on low to medium speed, adding additional milk if needed.

3. Add 1 C ice and blend on medium to high speed until reaching desired thickness.

4. Pour into your favorite festive glass and enjoy!

💡 Coach Mindy’s Tip: A good blender makes all the difference!

I use this one daily for smoothies, soups, and quick midlife meals — it’s powerful, easy to clean, and lasts for years.

Sip and Enjoy!

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