Cafe Press Smoothie
Recipe by Jacinta Monique. All Rights Reserved. 2008.

Can't get your morning started without that cup of joe? Well here's a great smoothie recipe, perfect for any morning, that will both energize the mind and nourish the body. Bananas are energy foods - rich in potassium, vitamins A, C, K, and complex carbohydrates. Blueberries are considered one of today's super foods, a natural antioxidant which is packed with nutrients.

2 bananas peeled and cut into chunks
1/4 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup light cream (may substitute with half & half)
1/4 cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons of your favorite instant coffee
sugar to taste
about 6 ice cubes
unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)

Serves 2

Put the bananas into a blender, then add the coconut milk, light cream, and ice cubes. Blend until smooth, then add instant coffee and sugar to taste. Blend again until a pourable consistency. Once desired consistency is achieved, divide into serving glasses and fold in blueberries, garnish with shredded coconut (optional).

Photo Credit: Romulo Yanes