Recently, I introduced you to a new brand of chocolate milk called TruMoo. TruMoo Chocolate milk is not a chocolate drink. It is made from real milk but void of high fructose corn syrup and growth hormones. The milk is not organic yet it does eliminate two dangerous elements. Growth hormones and high fructose corn syrup have no place on a child’s menu. If your children love chocolate milk as much as mine and you are looking for a less expensive yet safe option then TruMood may be for you. I know my children love it. They ask for chocolate milk all the time and while I prefer organic milk I am happy to serve TruMoo since it has no HFCS or GMOs.
Now, I would like to share with you some fun and nutritious ways to serve chocolate milk. Smoothies are a great idea for an after school snack or a quick breakfast. Make them more nutritious by adding in flax seed, wheat germ, or soy protein.
Strawberry Chocolate Banana After School Smoothie
2 cups frozen strawberries
2 bananas, sliced
1 container of low fat vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup TruMoo Chocolate Milk
1 to 2 teaspoons of honey (depending on taste)
Blend until smooth for a better breakfast option or
an after school treat. It’s packed with the calcium
and protein they need – along with the added
goodness of fruit!
Here are some more fun ideas!
Blend a cup of milk or yogurt with your child’s favorite fruit (frozen yogurt works especially well in smoothies – try frozen peaches or mixed berries), a splash of juice and a few ice cubes for an easy and fun snack for your kids.
Or, you can go for a different version of this nutritious snack and blend your TruMoo milk with a scoop of peanut butter and a banana – it’s packed with protein and potassium, plus it tastes great going down! (from TruMoo)
Now, I am not associated with TruMoo in any way shape or form. I am just sharing a great product that I believe is safer than other chocolate milks on the market.
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