Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie

Step 1

On a tray line with baking paper place the almonds and drizzle with the syrup. Toss to coat. Sprinkle over the protein powder and toss to coat the nuts.

Step 2

Place under a low grill to toast for 5 minutes (watching carefully so they don't burn).

Step 3

You can always do a big batch of the nuts for a fabulous, protein rich snack (store in an airtight jar in the fridge but be careful - they are soooo moorish).

Step 4

In a high powered blender place the strawberries and the syrup. Blend for 10 seconds to make a syrup and pour into the serving glasses. Thermomix speed 8, 10 seconds.

Step 5

Without washing the blender, add the frozen strawberries, cauliflower, coconut water, yoghurt and vanilla. Blend well until smooth and creamy. Thermomix speed 9, 30 secs.

Step 6

Tilt the serving glass so the syrup coats the sides. Place the cut strawberries on the sides of the glass and carefully pour in the creamy smoothie touching the sides three times to create the streaky finish.

Step 7

With the roughly chopped nuts piled on top.

Step 8

Leftovers can be frozen into little cups or ice-block moulds for a fast, healthy snack another day.