Banana Chocolate Smoothie

Makes 4 1-cup servings

11/2 cups chocolate soy milk

3 ounces chopped dark chocolate

3 tablespoons cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed

2 tablespoons bee pollen

2 tablespoons flaxseed oil

2 cups sliced banana

1 cup chocolate frozen yogurt

2 tablespoons shaved chocolate for garnish (optional)

Combine soy milk, chopped chocolate, cocoa powder, bee pollen, flaxseed oil, and banana in a blender or smoothie maker. Blend on high speed for 45 seconds or until mixture is puréed and smooth. Add frozen yogurt, and blend on high speed again until mixture is smooth. Serve immediately, garnished with chocolate shavings, if desired.

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