Banana Protein Coffee Smoothie (Printable)
Creamy coffee-banana blend with protein to fuel fat loss and sharpen focus throughout your day.
# What's Needed:
→ Base
01 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
→ Protein
03 - 1 scoop (about 1 oz) vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey or plant-based)
→ Coffee
04 - 1 shot (1 fl oz) freshly brewed espresso (cooled) or ½ cup strong cold brew coffee
→ Flavor & Body
05 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
06 - 1 teaspoon natural nut butter (optional, almond or peanut)
07 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for fiber)
08 - ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
→ Ice
09 - ½ to 1 cup ice cubes, as desired
# How to Make It:
01 - Place the peeled banana, almond milk, protein powder, cooled espresso, and any optional add-ins (cinnamon, nut butter, chia seeds, vanilla extract) into a blender.
02 - Top the mixture with ½ to 1 cup of ice cubes depending on your preferred thickness.
03 - Blend on high speed for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
04 - Taste the smoothie and adjust the consistency by adding more ice for a thicker texture or a splash of almond milk to thin it out.
05 - Pour into a tall glass and enjoy right away for the best flavor and texture.
# Tips for Success:
01 -
- It tastes like a milkshake but quietly does real work for your body and focus.
- You can make it in under five minutes with zero cooking and barely any cleanup.
- The banana and coffee combo is surprisingly addictive once you try it.
02 -
- Warm coffee can melt the ice and leave you with a watery mess so always let your espresso cool first.
- Protein powder clumps if dumped on top of dry ingredients so add it between the liquid and the banana for smoother blending.
03 -
- Freeze your banana slices the night before and you can skip half the ice for a creamier texture without watering anything down.
- A pinch of salt sounds weird but it wakes up every flavor in the glass.