Diego's Chocolate Safari Smoothie

Turn your kids' chocolate milk into so much more! Diego delivers an ice-cold smoothie that is sure to bring out their biggest smiles!

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Start to finish, this recipe requires only a half-hour or less to make!

This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.

Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.

Servings: 2

Prep Time: 15 min.

Ingredients

1 cup chocolate milk
1 large banana, peeled and cut up
1 tbsp. wheat germ, plus more for the top
1/2 cup ice
1 tsp. light corn syrup
2 tbsp. chocolate jimmies

Supplies

Diego Straw Toppers (optional)

Directions

Step 1
Combine the first four ingredients in the blender. Blend until smooth. Scrape down the sides and process until smooth.
Step 2
Brush the lip of the glass with the corn syrup. Dip the edge in the chocolate sprinkles to coat.
Step 3
Pour the smoothie into the prepared glasses. Sprinkle the top with more wheat germ.
Step 4 (Optional)
Print out the Diego Straw Toppers, follow the instructions, and then top off each drink with a Diego straw!

Nurtition Facts

Calories: 241
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 86mg
Total Carbs: 43g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 29g
Protein: 6g

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