Spicy Cacao Pepper Smoothie

Our spicy cacao pepper smoothie is a delicious and refreshing way to start your day. It combines the rich flavor of cacao with the warmth of cayenne pepper, and the sweetness of banana and maple syrup. It's also packed with protein and fiber, so it will keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.

The inspiration for this smoothie came to me one morning when I was feeling under the weather. I was craving something warm and comforting, but I also didn't want to weigh myself down with a heavy breakfast. I decided to experiment with blending together some of my favorite ingredients, and this smoothie was born.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup almond milk
• 2 tbsp cacao powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• Ice cubes

Instructions

1. 1. In a blender, combine banana, almond milk, cacao powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
2. 2. Add ice cubes to the blender.
3. 3. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
4. 4. Pour into glasses and serve cold.

Why It Works

• The combination of cacao and cayenne pepper gives this smoothie a unique and flavorful taste.
• The banana and maple syrup add sweetness and creaminess, while the almond milk provides protein and fiber.
• The ice cubes make this smoothie nice and cold, which is perfect for a refreshing breakfast on a hot day.
• This smoothie is also very easy to make, which is perfect for busy mornings.