This Banana Protein Coffee Smoothie is the best breakfast in a cup you can find!
It has a lot of protein and caffeine in it, so it’s a great way to start your day.
It’s great for busy mornings or as a quick snack after working out. Also, it tastes like a banana milkshake with coffee—it’s really good!
Let’s get it going!
What you need:
- ( ) 1 medium ripe banana (frozen for a creamier smoothie!)
- ( ) 1 cup of brewed coffee (cooled)
- ( ) 1 scoop of protein powder with vanilla or chocolate flavor
- ( ) ½ cup of unsweetened almond milk (or any other kind of milk you like)
- ( ) 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter (optional, for more flavor)
- ( ) ½ teaspoon of cinnamon (optional, for a warm touch)
- ( ) Ice cubes (if you want it to be really cold)
- ( ) Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Tools:
- Blender
- Spoons and cups for measuring
- A tall glass or cup to go
- Spoon or straw
How to do it?
1. Get your ingredients ready
Make sure your banana is frozen and your coffee is cool for the smoothest smoothie.
2. Mix everything together
Put the frozen banana, coffee, protein powder, almond milk, peanut butter, cinnamon, and ice cubes in a blender. Mix on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Pour and add toppings
Put the smoothie in a tall glass. You can put a banana slice or a drizzle of peanut butter on top of the cinnamon if you want.
4. Serve and enjoy!
Put in a straw or a spoon and eat right away!
Tips for Pros
- Put the banana in the freezer! The smoothie is very creamy, like a milkshake, because of the frozen banana.
- Let the coffee cool. Let hot coffee cool to room temperature, or use cold brew for a smoother taste.
- Get more protein! Use a protein powder you like. Vanilla is a classic flavor, but chocolate gives it a mocha flavor.
- Add more sugar. Add a little honey or maple syrup if your banana isn’t very ripe.
- A thicker smoothie? To get that thick, spoonable texture, add more ice or less milk.
Changes and Substitutions
- You can use oat milk, soy milk, or regular milk instead of almond milk.
- If you don’t have chocolate protein powder, use cocoa powder.
- If you want a lighter smoothie, leave out the nut butter. If you want more fiber, add a handful of oats.
- For a dessert-like twist, add a few cocoa nibs or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
Leftovers and how to store them
You should eat this smoothie right away, but if you have any left over, you can keep it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 12 hours. Before you drink it, just give it a quick shake or stir!
In conclusion
This Banana Protein Coffee Smoothie is the best way to start your day with something tasty and healthy. It’s creamy, filling, and full of healthy ingredients. Try it out and tell me how you changed it. Did you choose chocolate or vanilla protein? Please leave a comment below with your favorite add-ons. Here’s to mornings that are easy and tasty!