Vanilla Chai Protein Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1/2 frozen banana
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup brewed chai tea (cooled)
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• Pinch of black pepper
• Pinch of cloves
• 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
• Handful of ice
• 1 tsp honey (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Brew strong chai tea and let cool (or use concentrate)

2. 2

   Add almond milk and chai tea to blender

3. 3

   Add frozen banana and Greek yogurt

4. 4

   Add protein powder and almond butter

5. 5

   Add all spices (cinnamon through cloves)

6. 6

   Add vanilla extract and flaxseed

7. 7

   Add ice and honey if using

8. 8

   Blend on high until smooth and frothy

9. 9

   Taste and adjust spices to preference

10. 10

    Pour into glass

11. 11

    Optional: sprinkle with extra cinnamon on top

12. 12

    Enjoy immediately