Creamy Dreamy Sweet Potato Delight Smoothie
This sweet potato smoothie is a delicious and nutritious way to fuel your body with the essential vitamins and minerals it needs. Japanese sweet potato is a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Fiber and potassium. The sweetness of the potato is enhanced with a little bit of sugar, and the milk used adds a creamy texture, while the cinnamon adds a hint of warmth and flavor. The frozen sweet potatoes make it a perfect cold smoothie, and the ice added makes it even more refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of cubed, cooked, and frozen Japanese sweet potato
- 1-2 teaspoons of sugar (depending on your desired level of sweetness)
- 1 cup of milk (can be substituted with almond milk or any milk of your preference)
- A dash of cinnamon
- Ice (optional, for a cold smoothie) – only if using freshly cooked cubed frozen Japanese sweet potato
Instructions:
- Add the frozen sweet potato cubes, sugar, milk, and cinnamon to a blender.
- Blend until smooth, you may add more milk if it’s too thick.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Add ice if desired, and blend until well combined.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy your sweet potato smoothie!
Serving size: 1 serving
This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and it’s a perfect way to start your day or refuel after a workout. Feel free to play around with the ingredients according to your preference and dietary restrictions. Enjoy!