Coffee Smoothie

A refreshing blend of bold coffee flavor, creamy texture, and subtle sweetness, this Coffee Smoothie offers a delicious twist on your morning routine or afternoon pick‑me‑up.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Combines your favorite coffee and smoothie into one easy-to-make drink
• Quick and nutritious breakfast or snack option
• Customizable to suit vegan or caffeine-free preferences

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Strong brewed coffee (cold or chilled)
• Frozen banana
• Milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
• Almond butter or peanut butter
• Cocoa powder or unsweetened cocoa
• Vanilla extract
• Ice cubes (if needed)
• Optional add-ins: protein powder, dates, chia seeds

Directions

1. Brew a cup of strong coffee and chill it (or use cold brew).
2. Add coffee, frozen banana, milk, nut butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and any optional ingredients into a blender.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Add ice if you prefer a thicker, colder smoothie—blend again.
5. Taste and adjust sweetness or coffee strength. Serve immediately.

Servings and timing

• Servings: Makes 1–2 servings, depending on your portion size
• Prep time: ~5 minutes + chilling time for coffee
• Total time: Approximately 5 minutes once coffee is chilled

Variations

• Vegan: Use almond or oat milk and almond/peanut butter
• Protein-packed: Add a scoop of protein powder or collagen peptides loveandlemons.com+9allthehealthythings.com+9seriouseats.com+9simplyrecipes.comseriouseats.com+4eatingwell.com+4cookingwithelo.com+4allrecipes.com+1seriouseats.com+1seriouseats.com+2detoxinista.com+2simplyrecipes.com+2loveandlemons.com+1reddit.com+1
• Naturally sweet: Replace sweetener with Medjool dates loveandlemons.com
• Decaf option: Use decaffeinated coffee if you’re caffeine-sensitive cookingclassy.com
• Mocha twist: Add sweetened condensed milk or coffee yogurt for a richer flavor seriouseats.com

Storage/reheating

• Best enjoyed right away for maximum flavor and creaminess.
• To store: pour into an airtight container and refrigerate up to 24 hours; re-blend before serving.
• Freezing: freeze in popsicle molds for a frozen treat; or freeze in ice cube trays and use later in smoothies.

FAQs

### Can I use hot coffee in my smoothie?

Yes, but it may warm the drink. Chill it first or blend with ice to cool it down .

### Can I use instant coffee?

Absolutely. Dissolve it in water and use as you would brewed coffee .

### What’s the best milk to use?

Use any dairy or plant-based milk. For extra creaminess, oat or coconut milk works well, while almond milk is lighter .

### Can I use a sweetener instead of banana?

Yes. Medjool dates, maple syrup or honey are great natural options .

### How do I make it thicker?

Add more frozen banana, put coffee into ice cube trays and freeze to blend without watering down .

### Can I make it ahead of time?

You can prep ingredients ahead and freeze, or blend and refrigerate up to 24 hours—just re-blend before drinking .

### Is it okay to cut caffeine?

Yes—substitute half-caf or decaf coffee to reduce caffeine intake abeautifulmess.com.

### What other flavors can I add?

Try cinnamon, chocolate syrup garnish, or a splash of flavored extract like hazelnut .

### Is it good with protein powder?

Yes—adding vanilla or chocolate protein powder enhances nutrition and fullness .

### Can kids drink it?

Sure—use decaf coffee and more fruit for natural sweetness, or omit coffee entirely.

Conclusion

This Coffee Smoothie is a versatile, delicious way to enjoy your coffee routine with added nutrition and flavor. It comes together in minutes, adapts to dietary needs, and brings that coffee shop taste into your home. Whether you’re looking for an energizing breakfast or a mid-day boost, this smoothie has you covered—feel free to experiment with ingredients until it’s exactly to your taste.

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