Hot Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie

• Vegan
• Gluten free

• Refrigerated

  • 1 1/4 cup Vanilla almond milk, unsweetened

• Breakfast Foods

  • 1/2 cup Rolled oats

• Condiments

  • 1 tbsp Maple syrup

• Baking & Spices

  • 2 tbsp Cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 1 tbsp Nut butter or dairy-free chocolate chips
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cup (300 ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• 1 Tbsp (16 g) nut butter OR dairy-free chocolate chips*
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup**
• 1/2 cup (40 g) rolled oats
• 2 Tbsp (10 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

• The night before, add all ingredients (except chocolate chips, if using) to the bowl of your blender and give it a stir to ensure that everything is well combined. Cover and place in fridge for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight. This step isnt absolutely necessary, but allowing the oats to soak for a few hours will make them easier to blend and give you a smoother, creamier smoothie.***
• When ready to eat, blend on high until oats are fully broken down and a smooth and creamy consistency is reached.
• Transfer the smoothie to a small saucepan set over medium heat (adding chocolate chips, if using) and bring to a simmer or boil, depending on how hot you want it. If the smoothie is too thick, add an extra splash of almond milk until desired consistency is reached.
• When your smoothie reaches your preferred temperature, transfer it to a heat-safe glass, garnish with toppings of choice, and enjoy!