Description
A quick and delicious banana protein coffee smoothie, perfect for a breakfast boost, post-workout recovery, or healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 frozen banana, sliced
- 1 scoop (approximately 30g) vanilla protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
- 1 shot (approximately 2 ounces) espresso, cooled
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra protein and creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (or any nut butter)
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for added fiber and omega-3s)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A few ice cubes (optional, for a thicker smoothie)
- Sweetener to taste (optional: honey, maple syrup, stevia)
- Optional toppings: cacao nibs, sliced banana, a sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients.
- Combine Ingredients in the Blender: Add the frozen banana slices, protein powder, cooled espresso, almond milk, Greek yogurt (if using), almond butter, chia seeds (if using), and cinnamon to your blender.
- Add Ice (Optional): If you prefer a thicker, colder smoothie, add a few ice cubes to the blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid on your blender and blend on high speed until all the ingredients are completely smooth and creamy (30-60 seconds). Scrape down the sides if needed.
- Check the Consistency: If it’s too thick, add a little more almond milk (or water) and blend again. If it’s too thin, add a few more ice cubes or a small amount of frozen banana and blend again.
- Taste and Adjust Sweetness: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness to your liking. If it’s not sweet enough, add a small amount of honey, maple syrup, or stevia. Blend again to incorporate the sweetener.
- Pour into a Glass: Carefully pour the smoothie into a glass or shaker.
- Add Toppings (Optional): If desired, add your favorite toppings to the smoothie. Some great options include cacao nibs, sliced banana, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of almond butter.
- Serve Immediately: For the best taste and texture, serve the smoothie immediately. If you’re not going to drink it right away, you can store it in the refrigerator for a short period of time, but it may separate slightly. Give it a good stir before drinking.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor. Freeze sliced bananas for optimal texture.
- Adjust coffee strength to your preference.
- Experiment with different protein powders and nut butters.
- Add greens for extra nutrients.
- Make it vegan by using plant-based protein powder, milk, and yogurt.
- Add healthy fats like flaxseed oil or avocado.
- Spice it up with cayenne pepper or ginger.
- Make it a meal replacement by adding oats or nuts.
- Prepare ingredients ahead of time by freezing them in a bag.
- Use a high-speed blender for the smoothest results.
- Don’t overfill the blender.
- Clean your blender immediately after use.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute