Creamy Cocoa Cashew Smoothie

1.Soak the cashews in water for at least 4 hours to soften them. Drain and rinse the cashews before using.

2.In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, cocoa powder, water, frozen banana, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

3.Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well combined.

4.Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more maple syrup or a little honey if desired.

5.Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a few whole cashews on top if desired.