This carrot cake smoothie is the perfect way to bring dessert vibes to breakfast!
Pro tip: Always add your liquids to the blender first before the solid ingredients.
To thicken this smoothie, we added a frozen banana for fiber and walnuts for omega-3s.
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Process until smooth, thick and creamy, about 30 seconds.
Divide between 2 glasses; drizzle evenly with the remaining 2 tablespoons coconut milk.
The order in which you add the ingredients is crucial for achieving the perfect consistency.
Photographer: Stacy Allen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
The ice and frozen banana will generate friction to effectively puree the raisins.
Without these, the raisins bounce around and collide with the blades instead of blending smoothly.
We would peel them first!
Photographer: Stacy Allen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
When making smoothies, you want frozen peeled bananas at the ready.
