Summary
Frosty, cool, and sweet, featuring the iconic pairing of espresso and chocolate, this smoothie is sure to be on your favorites list. Banana, dates, cacao powder, walnuts, and hemp seeds all provide important trace minerals such as magnesium, iron, potassium, and copper. Oats, dates, and cacao are also excellent sources of B vitamins, which help to support cellular energy production, making this an ideal smoothie for when you need some pep in your step.

Ingredients
Directions
Add all ingredients, except the ice, to a blender and blend until smooth.
Taste for additional ingredients of choice.
Add 1–2 handfuls of ice, if desired.
Sprinkle with cacao or cocoa powder, if desired.
Chef's Notes
Substitutions
Use pecans or cashews in place of walnuts.
For the espresso, use caffeinated or decaffeinated, whichever you prefer.
Nut-free
Instead of walnuts, use raw sunflower seeds.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.