Dessert Smoothie: Spiced Hot Chocolate

By courtneyepowell

Cocoa powder is full of blood pressure–lowering antioxidants, and according to a study review published last year, cinnamon may help control blood sugar in people with type-2 diabetes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup 2% milk heated with 1/2 cup water
• 1 medium banana
• 1 Tbsp. unsweetened natural cocoa powder
• 2 tsp. unsalted almond butter
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• Pinch of chili powder

Preparation

Step 1

Add ingredients to blender and mix well.