Shamrock Smoothies

1 Tbsp sugar
2 green spearmint candy leaves
2 thin round chocolate mint patties
1 banana, peeled, cut in chunks
1 cup ice cubes
3/4 cup apple juice
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp orange extract
2-3 drops green food coloring

Place small sheet of waxed paper on a work surface; sprinkle with sugar. Place leaves on paper and top with 2nd sheet of waxed paper. Roll out leaves to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out 2 (1 1/4 x 1 inch) cut out 2 shamrock shapes. Press 1 onto each mint pattie.

Blend remaining ingredients. Pour into glasses. Garnish with mints.