Cocoa-Nanna Smoothie
Children will need help from an adult! Don't forget to drink water while you hike.
Yield: 1 serving
Serving Size: 1 cup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Freeze Time: at least 2 hours
Note: This recipe is best prepared the night before the hike
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Ingredients:
- 8 ounces skim milk
- 1 ripe banana, cut into chunks (may be frozen)
- 1 packet artificial sweetener or 2 tsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/8 tsp vanilla
- Optional: 1 Tbsp smooth peanut butter
- 2–3 ice cubes (omit if banana is frozen)
Equipment:
- Blender
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Spill-proof, plastic cups
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in blender.
- Blend in blender until mixture is smooth.
- Pour into a sealable plastic container and freeze at least two hours or overnight.
To Serve:
Take your smoothie out of the freezer before going hiking. It should be the perfect consistency and a refreshing temperature on the trail. Pack the smoothie with a frozen water bottle or ice pack in an insulated container to keep it cold on the trail.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 319
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Carbohydrate:48g
Fiber: 5g
Sugars: 64g
Protein: 14g
Sodium: 170mg
Vitamin A: 25%
Calcium: 35%
Vitamin C: 40%
Iron: 8%
