Description
This playful Green Smoothie Monster recipe combines nutritious fruits and veggies with a fun, creative presentation perfect for kids and adults alike. A blend of banana, apple, spinach, and almond milk creates a deliciously healthy drink, while a whimsical monster face made from mini marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate spread, and fruit slices adds a festive, eye-catching touch.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Smoothie
- 2 bananas
- 1 apple
- Handful of spinach
- 3/4 cup almond milk
For Decoration
- 4 mini marshmallows
- Hershey’s chocolate spread
- 4 raisins
- Lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Prepare Marshmallow Teeth: Cut each mini marshmallow in half at an angle to create tooth-shaped pieces for the monster’s mouth.
- Apply Teeth and Chocolate: Press these marshmallow ‘teeth’ onto the inside of the serving glass, then use a toothpick to spread Hershey’s chocolate around the marshmallows to enhance the mouth’s appearance.
- Prepare Banana Eyes: Slice off 4 slices of banana to serve as the monster’s eyes.
- Blend Smoothie: Place the remaining bananas, apple, spinach, and almond milk into a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour and Garnish: Pour the blended smoothie into the decorated glasses.
- Assemble Eyes and Nose: Skewer the banana slices onto lollipop sticks, then cut the raisins in half to create pupils and a nose, pressing them into the banana slices to complete the monster’s eyes and nose.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any preferred milk or milk alternative.
- For a sweeter smoothie, add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Ensure the fruits are ripe for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- This recipe is great for kids’ parties or Halloween-themed events.
