What better way to start your day than with a deliciously fruity smoothie. Cocoa powder, vanilla, banana and more make this refreshing smoothie a seriously tasty morning kickstarter.

SERVES – 1

 

1 tsp cocoa powder

1tsp cold milk

1 shot espresso

120ml Greek plain yoghurt, chilled

¼ vanilla pod, split and the seeds scraped out (or ½ tsp real vanilla extract instead)

1 banana

Pinch of cinnamon

½ tsp agave nectar, or 1 tsp sugar syrup or honey, to taste

 

1. Mix the cocoa and milk together thoroughly to form a paste. Add it along with all the other ingredients to a blender and blitz until smooth. Serve in a tall glass.

 

Per serving: 238 cals, 32g sugar, 8g fat, 5.5g sat fat, 0.5g salt

De’Longhi