December: Holiday Cookie Smoothie 
A healthy smoothie all dressed up for your favorite holiday! Top it with a few red and green sprinkles and a red paper straw for Christmas, or blue and white sprinkles and a blue paper straw for Hannukah! If you are a Grinch, just top it with bright green sprinkles and a green straw! It seems indulgent, but it’s not, and it will put everyone in the holiday spirit. (#ad)
Health benefits of this smoothie:
Unsweetened vanilla almond milk (1 cup) is low calorie and an excellent source (25%) of vitamin E.
Banana (1) provides natural sweetness, the electrolyte potassium, and 3g of fiber.
Oats (¼ cup) provide 3g of protein, 2g of fiber, and 16% DV of manganese.
HOLIDAY COOKIE SMOOTHIE
Serving size: 1 smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ¼ cup uncooked old fashioned oats
- 1 banana
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 cups ice
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: garnish with whipped topping and sprinkles to make it festive.
Directions:
Place ingredients in blender and mix until smooth. Garnish with optional toppings and serve!
Sources: The Seasoned Mom, etsy, Healthline, Silk
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