Strawberry Cardamom Milk

This vegan strawberry cardamom milk has the cool tastes of strawberries and the warm, spicy smell of cardamom. This is a delicious dairy-free alternative that is great for making a light and tasty drink.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 4 cups almond milk
• 4-5 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

In a blender, combine the strawberries, almond milk, crushed cardamom pods, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt

Blend until smooth and well combined

Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp and seeds

Transfer the strained milk to a pitcher or bottle and refrigerate until chilled

Serve cold, optionally garnished with fresh strawberries or a sprinkle of ground cardamom

Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl

Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate and hazelnut with this gluten-free and vegan smoothie bowl. It's a delicious and nutritious way to start your day or satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana, frozen
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons chocolate protein powder
• 2 tablespoons hazelnut butter
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 Medjool date, pitted
• Toppings: sliced banana, chopped hazelnuts, cacao nibs, shredded coconut

Instructions:

Add the frozen banana, almond milk, chocolate protein powder, hazelnut butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and Medjool date to a blender

Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender if needed

Pour the smoothie into a bowl

Top with sliced banana, chopped hazelnuts, cacao nibs, and shredded coconut

Enjoy your gluten-free and vegan chocolate hazelnut smoothie bowl!