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Cacao Fruit Bliss Smoothie with banana and cacao nibs, served in a tall glass and garnished with a slice of banana, honey, and a cacao fruit half.

Cacao Fruit Bliss: Delicious Smoothie Recipe with Trader Joe's Cacao Fruit Juice Beverage

Sarita Gupta
Enjoy the exotic and delicious flavor of cacao fruit in this refreshing smoothie recipe. Combined with non-dairy milk and banana, this smoothie is a must-try!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Servings 2

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • cutting board
  • Freezer
  • Tall Glasses
  • Straws

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Trader Joe's Cold-Pressed Cacao Fruit Juice Beverage
  • 1 cup Non-dairy milk
  • 1 large Frozen banana
  • 3 Dates
  • 1 cup Ice

Instructions
 

  • Gather the ingredients - Collect Trader Joe's cacao fruit juice, non-dairy milk, frozen banana, and ice.
  • Cut and freeze the banana - Peel the banana and cut it into chunks. Place the banana chunks in a ziplock bag and freeze for at least 2 hours, until solid. - Don't use a browned banana for this recipe, as it might turn bitter.
  • Combine ingredients - In a blender, combine the cacao fruit juice, non-dairy milk, frozen banana chunks, dates, and ice. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds. - Add more ice for a thicker smoothie or more non-dairy milk for a thinner smoothie.
  • Serve and enjoy - Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately. Garnish with cocoa nibs or shredded coconut if desired.