If you are looking for a cold drink recipe with coffee, I have a great suggestion for you. Yes, coffee protein smoothie! This smoothie is an extremely delicious and energy booster drink and also it is a great choice for breakfast.
About This Recipe
In addition to coffee, this smoothie is made with bananas, milk, and protein powder with the best coffee flavor and creamy texture. Even those who find it very difficult to wake up early in the morning, are motivated to start the day with this filling coffee and banana smoothie.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: Smoothies are perfect for busy days or when you want a nutritious breakfast on the go. All you need to do is blend, pour, and enjoy!
- Simple ingredients: Our easy and energy booster coffee protein smoothie recipe is made with simple pantry ingredients, like creamy peanut butter, protein powder, strong coffee, and almond milk.
- Filling and delicious: Looking for a healthy way to increase your daily protein intake? This coffee protein smoothie is the answer.
What You Need to Make Coffee Protein Smoothie
- Coffee: Make coffee as you would normally and chill it in the fridge for about 2 hours. You can use brewed coffee, espresso, or even instant coffee for this smoothie.
- Banana: Bananas can be frozen or added to a smoothie at room temperature if you do not like your smoothie to have an icy texture.
- Milk: You can use both vegan milk and dairy milk to make this smoothie. I prefer to use almond milk as it’s got a perfect nutty flavor.
- Nut butter: The secret to this smoothie’s creamy texture and great taste is nut butter. I prefer to use creamy peanut butter, you could easily use almond butter instead.
- Protein powder: You can use your favorite protein powder in this recipe. I like using either plain, vanilla or chocolate-flavored protein powder.
- Vanilla extract: A hint of vanilla extract adds a nice touch of sweetness and flavor.
How to Make Smoothie Like a Pro?
Brew coffee or use instant coffee and hot water. Set coffee aside to get to room temperature. Chill it in the fridge for about 2 hours. Pour all the ingredients into the mixer and give a few pulses until it is completely smooth and there is no large piece of fruit inside. You can also add a few pieces of an ice cube to have an icy texture smoothie.
Recipe Variations
You can always play around with the ingredients and flavors in smoothie recipes.
- Milk: You can replace dairy milk with almond milk or any vegan milk of your choice.
- Sweetener: I think this smoothie made with peanut butter and ripe bananas, is sweet enough on its own but if you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add a dash of maple syrup, agave syrup, or honey.
- Rolled oats: It is not necessary to add oats to the smoothie but no one can deny that oats are high in fiber and protein and they provide a thicker texture.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: The combination of coffee and chocolate has always been good, even in a smoothie.
FAQs
Can Smoothies Be Made Ahead and Refrigerated?
I prefer to enjoy smoothies right away. This coffee protein smoothie is best eaten immediately, or at least within 1 day. So if you’ve got some leftover smoothie pour it into an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator. If the smoothie starts to separate with time, just shake it up before drinking or use a spoon to mix it.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 scoop plain or vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup strong coffee, chilled
- 1 medium ripe banana, frozen
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1
Brew coffee or dissolve instant coffee in hot water. Set it aside to get to room temperature. Chill it in the fridge for about 2 hours.
Step 2
Pour all the ingredients into the mixer and give a few pulses until it is completely smooth and there is no large piece of fruit inside. You can also add a few pieces of an ice cube to have an icy texture smoothie.
