
I love an easy shake that I can use as a meal replacement in the morning if I'm short on time, or as a snack in the afternoon when I can't make it to dinnertime. I especially love it when it involves my two favorite super foods: flax and raw cacao. I hope you all enjoy this recipe for a Dairy-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie!
I've been using flaxseed a lot lately, especially since I was told to stay away from eggs for a while. Flaxseed has a multitude of nutritious benefits, and has been linked to lowering your risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes. It is also packed with fiber, antioxidants and Omega-3 fatty acids.
Cacao powder has a greater number of antioxidants than any other food tested so far. It beats out red wine, blueberries, acai and green tea. It is rich in iron and potassium, which can also reduce the risk of hearth attacks. I love Navitas Naturals brand, which is certified organic, kosher, gluten free and vegan. You can buy it for a much cheaper price on Amazon than in the stores.
This recipe is primarily vegan, except for the honey. To make it fully vegan, sub in a different sweetener. You may need to use more less, depending on which you use. For SCD, you can omit the flaxseed and the cacao and you'll have a banana peanut butter shake which is just as creamy and lovely.
Micaela
This looks delicious! I’m sure it is very filling.
Lorrie Wolf
That looks SO good!!! My daughter is gluten- and dairy-free, and she would LOVE this!!! Thank you so much for sharing your recipe!
~Lorrie 🙂
Against All Grain
Enjoy!
Bobbie
Can you recommend a substitution for Flax seed. I need a protein to use that is not dairy, egg, or peanut butter.
Pat
Delicious! Bought your book and love it. I have many food allergies and grains are the worst. I am really enjoying the recipes! Thank you for writing the cookbook!
Brooke Martin
you can substitute ground flax with ground Chia. Tons of protein!
jessica hallman
Can I use almond or cashew butter instead of peanut butter and have it turn out okay?
Against All Grain
Yes! We no longer eat PB and always sub another nut butter or sunbutter
Lieta
Would coconut milk be too thick of a substitute for the almond milk?
Danielle
Lieta, coconut milk is going to be a little bit thicker, but it is a great sub 1:1. ~Eileen