High-Protein Toddler Smoothie

This smoothie is a simple, wholesome way to pack protein and fibre into your toddler’s day - without any protein powders. The addition of chickpeas might seem like an odd ingredient for a smoothie - but combined with the cacao you really can't taste them - but they do pack lots of fibre!

Especially when paired with ingredients like creamy peanut butter, bananas, and hemp seeds, this smoothie is naturally rich in nutrients that help keep them energised and satisfied. I love this one when I don't have time for breakfast in the morning and I need a car smoothie before school.

Its also a great one if you have a toddler on the 'beige' diet and you'd like to get some more nutrients in.

For toddlers, we love using the SUBO bottle to serve smoothies in – its spill proof and honestly such a game changer. Wish I had it with my first child. Use discount code BOOBTOFOOD for a cheeky discount. Remember under 12 months to buy the seperate smaller spout attachment as the normal spout is too wide for little mouths.

And if you have leftovers – you can store them in iceblock moulds for another day!

This smoothie is great for over 12 months, just be mindful with the cacao it does contain caffeine which is best to avoid under 24 months, so you can swap that for carob or leave it out.

You can also boost this smoothie even further by adding a serve of desiccated liver - we love the brand Cell Squared – use discount code BOOBTOFOOD (we also love their cacao).

Ingredient Swaps:

Dairy-free - use coconut yoghurt (although this will alter protein count) and use a dairy-free milk.
Nut-free - omit the peanut butter or swap for tahini