bananas

So, I’ve been slacking on the blog this last week.  I stretched myself a little too thin between current projects at home, and work.  Working all day, everyday, and then bringing work home almost every night has led me to feel a little burned out.  As a result, I’ve been feeling a little under the weather over the last week – it’s definitely my body’s way of saying SLOW DOWN.  When I’m not feeling the best, or just trying to take it easy, my favorite way to treat myself is with this smoothie.  Well that, and tacos…but today we’re talking about the smoothie.This smoothie is a super-quick treat.  In a blender, combine the almond milk and pitted dates, and blend on medium for 1 minute.  Dates can be a little chunky if you don’t blend them first, which is why I recommend you don’t just throw everything in at once.  As soon as these are blended, toss in the rest of your ingredients, and blend on medium-high for 90 seconds.  The hemp protein is optional, but I find it blends well with the cocoa powder, offers up great fiber, and keeps me full for longer.

It is a quick, healthy snack that tastes like dessert.  If you try this, please let me know how you liked it in the comments.

I hope you take some time to slow down, relax, and be good to yourself this Easter weekend.  I know I am!