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18 Comments · April 18, 2014

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

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This vegan almond butter maca madness smoothie tastes like a creamy milkshake yet is totally breakfast-appropriate and packs a punch of feel-good ingredients. Frozen bananas, almond milk, almond butter, maca powder, and vanilla are blended to sweet, frosty perfection. The maca powder adds a natural energizing and mood-balancing boost, making this smoothie a great way to start the day!

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

Nutty. Creamy. Milkshake-like. Rich. Energizing. Decadent.

And in the blink of an eye, it's gone.

If you have yet to introduce yourself to raw maca root powder, I highly recommend you become acquainted.

I recently added maca into our regular rotation of smoothie supplements, and I'm bordering on obsessed. Maca is an ancient Peruvian superfood believed to have an array of nourishing and healing properties. It has a nutty, malty flavor so it pairs well with nut-based, creamy recipes. If you taste it on its own, you'll notice that it's both sweet and spicy with just a touch of bitterness which may or may not strike your flavor-fancy. It certainly strikes mine... especially with this added tidbit of information.

Maca is renowned for its supercharged nutritional powers. It's rich in vitamins B, C + E, helps balance hormones and mood, increases energy + stamina, and keeps skin clear.

It's one powerful, delicious powder, and it's the perfect addition to this smoothie.

In addition to the maca powder, two frozen bananas, almond milk, almond butter, and vanilla extract take this beverage from good to mmm-worthy. The combination is so delicious that it would be a shame to waste even one drop of it, so slurping loudly through your straw is absolutely encouraged. I won't judge if you won't.

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

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5 from 2 votes

Almond Butter Maca Madness Smoothie

Energizing, skin-clarifying, vitamin-rich maca is blended with frozen bananas, almond butter, almond milk, and vanilla extract to create a smoothie that is thick, creamy, sweet, and satisfying.
Course Beverage, Breakfast, Smoothie
Cuisine Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, plant-based, Vegan
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 2 frozen bananas
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 heaping tablespoon maca powder
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • optional: raw almonds for garnishing

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend for 2-3 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour into a glass and enjoy.

 

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    April 22, 2014 at 2:52 pm

    This was DELICIOUS!!!!!!!! Love it!!,

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      April 22, 2014 at 9:33 pm

      Thank you! I'm so glad you found it to be as tasty as I do!

      Reply
  2. Aleksandra says

    February 15, 2015 at 9:43 am

    Wow… that looks really delicous

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      February 19, 2015 at 11:52 am

      Thanks, Aleksandra! It's seriously my favorite smoothie ever!

      Reply
  3. Laura says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:30 am

    This is so delicious and easy to make. I make sure I have 2 ripe bananas frozen and ready to go..(the riper, the better).
    Thank you so much for this recipe, it taste like banana bread in a glass, but even tastier! So thick and creamy, like a milkshake, but better!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      May 26, 2015 at 8:52 am

      I'm glad you're enjoying this smoothie, Laura! Also, great tip about the bananas; the riper the better is so true. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback!

      Reply
  4. Cindy Byrd says

    December 11, 2015 at 5:27 pm

    This looks and sounds delicious but two bananas for one serving sounds like a lot.

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      December 12, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      Thanks, Cindy! You can always cut it in half or split the recipe between two people. This is a smoothie I drink nearly every day in the spring and summer, and it always serves just one for me. However, everyone is different, so it's always good to adjust in accordance with what feels best for your body. I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  5. Prima Ramirez says

    February 18, 2016 at 10:59 am

    where do you purchase the maca and cacao powder?

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      February 19, 2016 at 7:12 am

      I buy Sunfood Superfoods Maca from Whole Foods and typically purchase cacao powder online (Amazon) as it's more affordable that way. I hope this helps!

      Reply
  6. Carolyn Dooling says

    March 22, 2017 at 11:44 pm

    How do you think sunflower butter would do as a substitute for the almond butter? I'm allergic to nuts - I would also sub coconut milk for the almond milk.

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      March 23, 2017 at 11:28 am

      Hi, Carolyn! Sunflower butter would be a great substitute for almond butter in this smoothie. Enjoy!

      Reply
  7. Chelse says

    February 12, 2018 at 4:49 pm

    5 stars
    Simply love it!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      February 13, 2018 at 9:23 am

      So glad you're enjoying it, Chelse!

      Reply
  8. VANX2801 says

    March 03, 2018 at 6:20 pm

    5 stars
    THANK YOU! I ADDED A FEW PERSONAL TOUCHES, BUT YOUR RECEIPE IS A GREAT BASE!

    Reply
  9. Amy says

    August 22, 2018 at 11:41 am

    Hi, i’ve recently brought maca powder and have been looking for recipes! This sounds amazing! Can’t wait to try it :)
    One question - do you think peanut butter would be okay? I haven’t brought almond butter yet! (Another addition I have to introduce into my diet!)

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      August 23, 2018 at 1:33 pm

      Hi, Amy! Absolutely, peanut butter works great in this smoothie. In fact, I also have a recipe for a peanut butter maca smoothie on the site. Enjoy!

      Reply
  10. Mercedes says

    September 07, 2022 at 4:05 pm

    Thank you, love this recipe!!!

    Reply

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