Make a Cacao Strawberry Smoothie
Make a cacao strawberry smoothie by blending fresh strawberries, milk or yogurt, a little cacao powder, and ice, with adult supervision for using the blender.
Step-by-step guide to make a cacao strawberry smoothie
Step 1
Wash your hands with soap and water to make everything clean.
Step 2
Gather all the materials and put them on the counter where you will work.
Step 3
Rinse the strawberries under cold water to clean them.
Step 4
Ask an adult to remove the strawberry stems for you.
Step 5
Put the cleaned strawberries into the blender jar.
Step 6
Measure 1 cup of milk or yogurt and pour it into the blender.
Step 7
Measure 1 teaspoon of cacao powder and add it to the blender.
Step 8
Add a handful of ice to the blender for a chilly smoothie.
Step 9
Put the blender lid on securely so nothing spills out.
Step 10
Ask an adult to turn on the blender and blend until the mixture is smooth.
Step 11
Ask an adult to pour your smoothie into a cup or glass for you.
Step 12
Share a photo or story of your finished cacao strawberry smoothie on DIY.org
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
Can I substitute the cacao powder or milk in the recipe?
If you don't have the 1 teaspoon of cacao powder, use unsweetened cocoa powder or a small piece of dark chocolate, and if you don't have milk or yogurt for the measured 1 cup, substitute almond milk or oat milk.
What should I do if the blender stops or the smoothie isn't smooth?
If the blender isn't blending until smooth, stop it, make sure the blender lid is on securely, ask an adult to check the blades, and add a splash more milk or yogurt to help the mixture blend.
How can I adapt the steps for younger or older kids?
For younger children let them help rinse strawberries and add ingredients to the blender while an adult removes stems and turns on the blender, and let older kids measure the 1 cup of milk or yogurt and operate the blender with supervision.
How can we make the smoothie more special or share our creation?
Try adding half a banana or a teaspoon of honey before blending, garnish the poured smoothie with sliced strawberries or extra cacao, and then share a photo or story of your finished cacao strawberry smoothie on DIY.org.
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Facts about smoothies and kitchen safety for kids
🍫 Cacao beans were used as currency by the Aztecs and are the raw source of chocolate.
🍓 Strawberries are the only fruit with their seeds on the outside — an average berry has about 200 seeds!
🌀 The electric blender was invented in the early 20th century to make milkshakes and should always be used by kids with adult supervision.
🥤 The word “smoothie” grew popular in the 1960s as health shops started blending fruit and ice into creamy drinks.
🥛 Yogurt adds probiotics and protein, which can make your smoothie creamier and better for digestion.
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