Christmas Smoothie

This smooth, sweet and spicy smoothie is delicious whatever the weather.

  • Preparation Time5 mins
  • Serves2
  • DifficultyEasy
1 glass of milk
Large scoop of vanilla ice cream
1 banana
1 shot Amaretto
1 shot Kahlua
Small handful crushed ice
Crushed Amaretti biscuits
Cinnamon

Blitz ingredients in blender, pour into glass and garnish with crushed biscuits and cinnamon.

Serve with mince pies…

Christmas Kitchen - Christmas Smoothie by Andy Bates

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