Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

chocolate cherry smoothieSatisfy your sweet tooth with a delicious and healthy smoothie full of fruits and veggies, courtesy of Dr. Karrie Hohn.

INGREDIENTS
  • 1 cup kale
  • 1 celery rib
  • 1 whole carrot
  • 1 cup frozen cherries
  • 2 tbsp almond butter
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder
  • Several drops almond extract
DIRECTIONS
  1. Put all ingredients in a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth, and enjoy!

Enjoy!

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