Power Up Salted Caramel Mocha
A cool and frosty pick-me-up. Bananas and dates create a rich, caramelly experience, mixed with a boost from protein powder. For a sweeter version, add vanilla extract.
5 min
2 servings
190 calories
Ingredients
2 pitted dates
1 small frozen banana
1 heaping cup ice cubes
1⁄2 cup cold coffee
1⁄2 cup milk, your choice
1 scoop Power Up Salted Caramel Protein Blend
2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1⁄2 tsp vanilla extract, optional
Instructions
Coarsely chop dates. Slice banana into chunks. Place both in a blender.
Add ice cubes, coffee, milk, protein blend, cocoa powder, and vanilla, if using.
Cover and blend until just slushy; add more milk, as needed, to reach desired consistency. Pour into chilled glasses.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 190, Fat 2.5 g (Saturated 1 g, Trans 0.1 g), Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 31 g (Fiber 4 g, Sugars 20 g), Protein 13 g.
Tips
If dates are too hard or brittle, pre-soak them in boiling water until soft, about 10 min. Drain and then chop.
For easier prep, slice banana before freezing. Store slices in a freezer bag or air-tight container.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 1 slice of buttered multigrain toast, and 3 tbsp unsalted almonds.