Banana Cookie Dough Smoothie

Make sure the banana is chopped into coins; it's easier to use if cut before freezing. Chop the date into small pieces. In a blender, combine the frozen banana, almond butter, chocolate chips, chopped date, ice, unsweetened almond milk, plain kefir, vanilla, a sprinkle of salt, and optional vanilla protein. Blend until smooth. You can add more liquid or ice depending on how you like the texture of your smoothie. Enjoy topped with some more nut butter or gluten-free chocolate granola. Feel free to add some chopped spinach or cooked cauli rice for extra veggies.