Hot Gingerbread Smoothie for Holiday Mornings
This cozy, spiced smoothie captures all the warm, comforting flavors of classic gingerbread in a creamy, drinkable breakfast. It's a festive, energizing start to cold winter days, blending sweet molasses with aromatic holiday spices.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 medium ripe banana previously frozen, sliced
- 2 tbsp blackstrap molasses or regular molasses
- 1 tbsp almond butter or cashew butter
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground cloves
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
Notes
Storage: Best enjoyed immediately. Make-Ahead: Pre-measure dry spices and slice/freeze the banana the night before for a quick morning blend. Substitutions: Use maple syrup for a milder sweetness instead of molasses. Oat milk or whole milk can replace almond milk. For a protein boost, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder. Serving Suggestion: Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a dollop of whipped coconut cream, or a drizzle of molasses.