Why you'll love this Vanilla Caramel Smoothie with Defend Superblend
When we say this smoothie can be enjoyed anytime, we truly mean anytime. It's perfect as a brain boost in the morning or for a dose of stress and immune support day and night.
Chia seeds, cashews and medjool dates deliver healthy fats, fiber, and some natural sweetness. Plus, adding a scoop of optional but highly recommended protein powder (or collagen) brings all the goods together for a satiating, fuelling, "this-can't-possibly-be healthy-it-tastes-too-good" kind of smoothie.
A scoop of Defend Vanilla-Maca Superblend adds a delicious vanilla-caramelly flavor alongside adaptogens and antioxidant-rich herbs and mushrooms like Reishi, Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha and Maca. And when the mood strikes, we love to add a shot of espresso for added caffeine and deeper flavor.
Ingredients for this Vanilla Caramel Smoothie
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 2 tbsp (20 g) cashews
- 1 soft Medjool date, pitted
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- tiny pinch sea salt
- 1 scoop (1.5 tsp) Defend Vanilla-Maca Superblend
- Optional: collagen powder and/or protein powder*
- handful of ice
Elevate your smoothie with optional ingredients
- Optional: Add a shot of espresso, concentrated coffee or a coffee substitute for a touch of caffeine and/or coffee flavor
Additional notes
*If using protein powder, use plain or vanilla to maintain the vanilla flavor of the smoothie.
