Banana Fudge Smoothie

Recipe by Cheryl Forberg, RD, author of Positively Ageless: A 28 Day Plan for a Younger, Slimmer Sexier You (Rodale - April 2008)

Makes 2 servings
Serving size: About 1½ cups
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes

Ingredients

1½ cups very cold lowfat milk
¾ cup non-fat Greek style yogurt
½ frozen very ripe large banana cut into 1-inch chunks
3 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder
2 tablespoons agave nectar or honey
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4 ice cubes

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately

Note

You can also drain plain yogurt in cheesecloth if you prefer it to Greek style yogurt.

Greek-style yogurt is ultra creamy and because it has high protein, it’s a great choice for a post-workout smoothie or afternoon pick-me-up. Choose natural or non-alkalized cocoa powder – it’s higher in antioxidants.

Nutrition Facts per serving

Calories: 272; Fat: 3.0g; Saturated Fat: 1.9g; Cholesterol: 56mg; Sodium: 135mg; Calcium: 35% Daily Value; Protein: 12g; Carbohydrates: 56g.