Best Creamy Orange Coconut Smoothie Recipes

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CREAMY ORANGE-COCONUT SMOOTHIE



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A creamy smoothie made with coconut, a fresh orange, and notes of vanilla is a great way to start the day. Garnishing with shredded coconut is optional.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Smoothie Recipes     Orange

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large navel orange, peeled and cut into chunks
¼ cup low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons vanilla-flavored almond milk
2 ½ tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1 teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup ice cubes

Steps:

  • Combine orange chunks, yogurt, orange juice, almond milk, 2 tablespoons coconut, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a blender; process until smooth. Add ice cubes and puree until smooth and thick. Divide between 2 glasses and garnish with remaining coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 44.4 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

ORANGE COCONUT CREAMS



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Originally a gift from our neighbors, this recipe has become one of our own favorites to make and give at the holidays. -Julie Fornshell, Bismark, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 package (2 pounds) confectioners' sugar
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 teaspoons orange extract
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate
8 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine milk and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until the butter is melted. Place the confectioners' sugar in a large bowl. Add milk mixture; beat until smooth. Add the coconut and orange extract; mix well. Roll into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., In a microwave, melt the chips, chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

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