Chocolate Nut Butter Smoothie: Easy Affordable Raw Recipe

This smoothie reminds me of a frosty peanut butter cup. It’s rich and decadent and made to be poured in two or more layers.

For the Chocolate Layer

• 2 bananas, sliced and frozen 
• 1/4 cup cacao powder 
• 1 cup (235 ml) almond milk or flax milk

For the Nut Butter Layer

• 2 bananas 
• 1/4 cup (65 g) almond butter 
• 1 cup (235 ml) almond milk or flax milk

• Chopped almonds, for garnish (optional) 
• Cacao nibs, for garnish (optional)

To make the chocolate layer: In a blender, process
all the chocolate layer ingredients until very smooth. Pour half into
another container and set aside. Divide the remaining smoothie mixture
between two glasses.

To make the nut butter layer:
Blend the nut butter layer ingredients until very smooth, and divide
between the glasses. Spoon this on top of the chocolate layer, being
careful not to blend the two layers too much. Then, gently add the
remaining chocolate layer mixture.

This is beautiful when made in three layers, but is just as delicious if made in two.

Top with chopped almonds and/or cacao nibs, if using.

Yield: about 4 cups