Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie is like having dessert for breakfast, but it is actually healthy! You can enjoy it guilt-free knowing that you are starting your day with tons of nutrients your body craves. And who doesn’t want chocolate for breakfast?! Smoothies are an awesome breakfast for people who are super busy and want a nutritious breakfast that can be made in under 5 minutes. They are also awesome for pregnant ladies who are trying to get more nutrients into their diets or who are having a hard time eating in the morning because of morning sickness.

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Health Benefits of Raspberries

This summer I was totally addicted to raspberries! They were one of my big pregnancy cravings and I was spending around $10 a week on them at the farmer’s market. I didn’t feel bad about eating so many raspberries because they are packed with health benefits.

• Raspberries contain folate which is the B vitamin that protects your baby from neural tube defects. It also helps with the formation of red blood cells, aids in the growth and reproduction of cells, and supports your baby’s nervous system development.
• They contain a phytonutrient known as raspberry ketone that increases the metabolism in fat cells.
• Raspberries are a great source of vitamin C which is needed to make collagen. Collagen helps your skin stay young, healthy, and it can prevent stretch marks.
• They have anti-cancer properties as well due to the high antioxidant content found in raspberries.

Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie Recipe

(vegan, gluten-free, paleo)

Prep time: 5 minutes | Serves 1

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups nut milk of choice
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1 cup kale
• 2 Tbsp raw cacao powder
• 1 scoop protein powder
• 1 Tbsp hemp seeds
• 4 ice cubes *if raspberries are fresh

Directions

1. Blend and enjoy!