Who says that smoothies and coffee can’t be best friends?
This Berry Coffee Smoothie is the best blend of creamy, fruity, and caffeinated. It’s like breakfast and a morning pick-me-up all in one!
The berries give it a sweet, refreshing taste and a lot of antioxidants. It also has some protein to keep you full.
Great for busy mornings, after a workout, or just because it tastes so good!
Let’s mix it up!
Ingredients
- 1 cup of frozen mixed berries, like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries
- 1 small banana (to make it creamy)
- ½ cup of brewed coffee that has cooled
- ½ cup of milk (or a dairy-free substitute)
- ½ cup of Greek yogurt for protein
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A few ice cubes
Tools Needed
- Blender with high speed
- Spoons and cups for measuring
- Serving glass
Preparation
- Make the coffee and let it cool.
Make half a cup of coffee and let it cool all the way down. If you need to, you can put it in the fridge. - Put Everything in the Blender
Put frozen berries, banana, cooled coffee, milk, Greek yogurt, honey (if using), vanilla, and ice cubes in a high-speed blender. - Mix until smooth
Blend on high for 30 to 60 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If you need to, scrape down the sides. - Serve and enjoy
Put it in a glass, add a straw, and drink it right away!
Tips and Variations
- ✅ Use cold coffee; hot coffee will melt the ice and make the smoothie thinner.
- If you don’t want extra sweetness but still want creaminess, you can switch out the banana for an avocado.
- Want it to be thicker? Put in more ice or a scoop of protein powder!
- ✅ Add a tablespoon of chia or flaxseeds for an extra boost.
- Want it to be dairy-free? Use almond, coconut, or oat milk and yogurt that doesn’t have dairy in it.
- No coffee? For a berry smoothie, use cold brew tea or just milk.
- No banana? For thickness, try mango or a scoop of oats.
- Want it to taste better? Add a Medjool date or more honey.
- Too much? Add a spoonful of peanut or almond butter to the mix.
Make Ahead & Storage
- Make your coffee the night before and put it in the fridge.
- Put berries, bananas, and yogurt in freezer bags ahead of time so you can easily grab and blend them in the morning.
- Fresh is best, but you can keep leftovers in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Before you drink, shake it well.
- Put it in an ice cube tray and freeze it if you want to keep it longer. Mix frozen cubes with a little milk to make a quick smoothie later!
Conclusion
This Berry Coffee Smoothie is a total game-changer. It’s sweet, creamy, and full of energy to get your day off to a good start!
Try it out and tell me what you thought in the comments.
What is your favorite mix of smoothies?
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