Strawberry Glazed Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 3 oz Friendly Farms Almond Milk
• 1 oz Nature's Nectar Pure Coconut Water  
• 1 oz Coconut Mlk whipped into coconut cream  
• 2.5 tablespoons (about a half scoop) Elevation Vanilla Protein Powder
• 2 oz fresh strawberries (about 3 medium)
• 1 oz ripe banana (about 1/3 medium banana)
• 0.5 oz avocado (about 1 tablespoon)
• 1 pitted date
• 0.5 oz strawberry glaze (see recipe below)
• 0.25 oz Specially Selected Pure Maple Syrup   (about ½ tablespoon, optional)
• 1 cup ice

Strawberry Glaze:

• 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients to a blender.
2.   Blend on high until smooth and creamy.  
3. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.  
4. Serve immediately and enjoy chilled.  

Strawberry Glaze:

1.   In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice.  
2. Simmer over medium heat for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries are soft and syrupy.
3. Remove from heat. Blend for a smooth glaze, or mash with a fork for a chunky texture.
4. Let cool. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.