Reach For This Green Smoothie When Dessert Cravings Hit — It's That Good

A dessert craving hits, but you're trying so incredibly hard to cut back on refined carbs and sugar. And while the occasional cupcake or ice cream cone is good for the soul, it's probably better for the body to not make dessert a three-times-a-day habit. For those times a sweet treat is needed, bust out your blender for this green smoothie. Don't be decieved by its uber-healthy hue — this simple green smoothie tastes just like a gooey caramel apple, but is packed with good-for-you nutrients like iron, potassium, and fiber.

Caramel Apple Smoothie

Cook Time5 minutes
Yield2 servings

From Simple Green Smoothies

INGREDIENTS

    • 2 cups fresh spinach
    • 2 cups almond milk, unsweetened
    • 1 Granny Smith apple, cored
    • 1 banana
    • 4 medjool dates, pitted
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

    INSTRUCTIONS

    1. Blend spinach and almond milk together until smooth.

    2. Add remaining ingredients and blend again.