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Coffee Smoothie
Coffee smoothie is a satisfying way to start your day. The creamy treat is full of rich coffee flavor and loaded with bananas, milk, honey, and cacao powder.
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Coffee smoothie is a creamy treat that is full of rich coffee flavor and loaded with bananas, milk, honey, and cacao powder for a filling morning treat. Coffee lovers will love this yummy smoothie.
If you love a good smoothie recipe, then you’ll also want to make a Strawberry Banana Smoothie, Orange Julius, and Pineapple Banana Strawberry Smoothie.
Coffee Smoothie Ingredients
You will need:
- ¾ cup cold strong brewed coffee
- ½ cup whole milk, or almond milk
- 2 medium frozen ripe bananas, cubed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cacao powder, or unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup crushed ice cubes
- Canned whipped cream, optional garnish
PRO TIP: If you are looking for a stronger coffee flavor, try 2 shots of espresso rather than regular coffee.
Substitutions and Additions
PEANUT BUTTER: You can add creamy peanut butter or almond butter for a protein boost in your banana coffee smoothie.
COFFEE: You can substitute instant coffee for brewed coffee in this delicious smoothie.
MIX-INS: You can also add chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, oats, or protein powder.
HONEY: Instead of honey, you could add maple syrup for natural sweetness in this creamy smoothie. You could also add a dash of vanilla extract for a slightly different flavor.
TOPPING: In addition to whipped cream, make this treat even more decadent with shaved chocolate on top.
MILK: Non-dairy milk, such as almond milk or coconut milk, would also be delicious. To make your smoothie extra creamy, use heavy whipping cream instead of milk.
COCOA POWDER: If you like chocolate, you can increase the amount of cocoa powder in your smoothie.
How to Make Coffee Smoothie
PRO TIP: This recipe makes two drinks. You can easily double or half the recipe to adjust the number of servings, although we’d recommend keeping the cocoa powder measurement as is.
STEP ONE: Add the coffee, milk, frozen bananas, honey, cacao powder, and ice cubes to a blender.
PRO TIP: If you choose to use the cacao powder, just be aware that if you are caffeine sensitive, it may be better to cut the powder to 1 teaspoon or use 1 teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder.
STEP TWO: Pulse a few times to get the blender blades going, then blend for 20 to 30 seconds until smooth.
PRO TIP: If you find your smoothie is too thick, adding a little bit more milk or coffee will help thin it out to a drinkable consistency.
STEP THREE: Pour into two 16-ounce glasses. Garnish with canned whipped cream if desired.
How to Serve Coffee Smoothie
This delicious coffee smoothie recipe is a great way to have your morning cup of coffee and breakfast all in one. Enjoy your iced coffee smoothie on its own, or pair it with a fresh bakery-style homemade muffin for an even more filling breakfast on a busy morning or as part of a relaxing weekend brunch. This recipe makes two drinks, one for you and one for a friend!
Storage
IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER: This breakfast drink is meant to be enjoyed when made and won’t keep for any length of time in the fridge or freezer.
Coffee smoothie is the perfect pick-me-up and a satisfying way to start your day. The smoothie is loaded with not only rich coffee flavor but bananas, milk, honey, and cacao powder for a delicious morning treat. If you are a coffee lover, this creamy smoothie will not only deliver your caffeine fix, but it is filling enough to serve as breakfast too!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?
Our easy coffee smoothie recipe is meant to be made when you are ready to enjoy it and won’t keep in the fridge for later.
Can I use dairy-free milk?
Any type of milk, including oat, almond, or coconut milk, would be a great option in this breakfast smoothie.
What type of coffee should I use for this recipe?
Any coffee that you enjoy drinking daily would be tasty in this smoothie.
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Coffee Smoothie
Coffee smoothie is a satisfying way to start your day. The creamy treat is full of rich coffee flavor and loaded with bananas, milk, honey, and cacao powder.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup cold strong brewed coffee
- ½ cup whole milk or almond milk
- 2 medium frozen ripe bananas cubed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup crushed ice cubes
- Canned whipped cream optional garnish
Instructions
- Add the coffee, milk, frozen bananas, honey, cacao powder, and ice cubes to a blender.
- Pulse a few times to get the blender blades going, then blend for 20 to 30 seconds until smooth.
- Pour into two 16-ounce glasses. Garnish with canned whipped cream if desired.
Notes
If you are looking for a stronger coffee flavor, try 2 shots of espresso rather than regular coffee.
This recipe makes two drinks. You can easily double or half the recipe to adjust the number of servings, although we’d recommend keeping the cocoa powder measurement as is.
If you choose to use the cacao powder, just be aware that if you are caffeine sensitive, it may be better to cut the powder to 1 teaspoon or use 1 teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder.
If you find your smoothie is too thick, adding a little bit more milk or coffee will help thin it out to a drinkable consistency.
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