Cocoa Kale Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup full-fat uncanned unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 scoop protein powder
• 1 small avocado
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/2 cup ice cubes
• Stevia, to taste (optional)
• 1-2 cups loosely packed chopped kale

Directions:

1. Put ingredients in a blender in the order listed
2. Blend ingredients together in a blender, starting on low speed and working up to a high speed until smooth
3. Add ice and blend until you achieve desired thickness

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