Ingredients
Scale
- For the Smoothie:
- 1 cup cold brew coffee or chilled espresso (about 2 shots)
- 1 medium ripe banana (frozen for creaminess)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option)
- 1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter (optional, for added richness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup ice cubes (optional, for extra chill)
Instructions
- Preparing the Ingredients: Brew and chill your coffee or espresso if not already prepared. Peel and slice the banana, then freeze it for at least 30 minutes if not using a pre-frozen one. Measure out all other ingredients for efficiency.
- Blending the Smoothie: In a high-speed blender, combine the cold brew coffee, frozen banana, almond milk, Greek yogurt, almond butter (if using), vanilla extract, sweetener (if desired), and cinnamon. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 30–60 seconds. Add ice cubes if you prefer a thicker, colder texture, and blend again until smooth.
- Adjusting for Taste: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness as needed. Add more honey or maple syrup for sweetness, or more milk to thin it out. For an extra caffeine boost, stir in an additional shot of espresso.
- Serving the Smoothie: Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a drizzle of nut butter, or a few coffee beans for presentation. Serve immediately with a reusable straw or enjoy on the go.
Notes
- Vegan option: Use plant-based yogurt, milk, and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Gluten-free by default, but ensure all added powders or syrups are certified gluten-free if needed.
- Storage tip: Prep ingredients ahead (except ice) and store in the fridge. Blend with ice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large serving (or 2 small servings)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg