Start the Day with a Cherry Chocolate Smoothie Bowl

Had to try this recipe from motivenutrition.com on this gorgeous summer morning.  This one has no added sugar!  I ate the delicious smoothie "bowl" with a spoon and included a glass of milk on the side to bring my breakfast protein up to about 20 grams.  My version of the recipe includes the pantry supplies I had on hand.

Cherry Chocolate Smoothie Bowl

(Serves 1)

Blend yogurt, cocoa, cherries, banana and extract until smooth.  (May need to scrape down the sides and pulse in intervals)
1/2 cup Greek Yogurt, plain, nonfat
1 tablespoon cocoa (not the Dutch process kind)
1 cup pitted fresh cherries
1/2 banana
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract

Garnish with banana slices and grated chocolate.
1/2 banana
1/3 square 100% cacao unsweetened chocolate, grated

Enjoy a beautiful day!