Healthy Almond Joy Smoothie

and 1/2 cups light coconut milk

Medjool dates

unsweetened cocoa powder

natural almond butter

tablespoons toasted unsweetened shredded coconut

vanilla extract

frozen banana

coconut water ice cubes (or regular ice cubes)*

dark chocolate, melted (optional)

toasted honey-roasted sliced (or regular sliced) almonds, for garnish

toasted unsweetened shredded coconut, for garnish

coconut whipped cream, for garnish (optional)