With snow falling and a crisp chill in the air the idea of a smoothie may not sound appealing, but these smoothies will warm you to the core.

The Banana Nutella and Apple Pie smoothies are ideal for curling up on the couch under a warm blanket and watching the snow fall outside. The Post Workout Power Smoothie keeps you warm after an outdoor workout. 

 

 

Banana Nutella Smoothie

2 cups milk

1 banana, peeled

3 Tbsp Nutella

¼ tsp ground cinnamon

Whipped cream (optional)

Warm milk in sauce pan over medium heat. Combine milk and remaining ingredients in blender and blend smooth. Serve warm with a whipped cream garnish.

 

Apple Pie Smoothie

1½ cups apple cider

½ cup dried dates or raisins

½ tsp allspice

¼ tsp ground nutmeg

1 cinnamon stick

¼ cup Greek yogurt

Heat apple cider, allspice, ground nutmeg, and cinnamon stick over medium heat for 10 minutes. Remove cinnamon stick and place apple cider mixture in blender. Add Greek yogurt and dates to blender and blend smooth.

 

Post Workout Power Smoothie

1 cup prepared hot cocoa

1/3 cup fresh raspberries

1/3 cup oats

1 scoop unflavored or chocolate protein powder

Prepare hot cocoa according to package instructions. Combine all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.