Description
Indulge in the rich, energizing flavors of this Mocha Smoothie, a delightful blend of coffee, cocoa, and banana for a breakfast treat or afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
Smoothie Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee (chilled)
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
- Shaved dark chocolate or cacao nibs for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: Add the banana, chilled coffee, milk, cocoa powder, nut butter, sweetener, vanilla, ice cubes, and salt to a blender.
- Blend: Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust sweetness if needed. Pour into a glass.
- Top and Serve: Top with shaved dark chocolate or cacao nibs. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added protein, toss in a scoop of chocolate or vanilla protein powder.
- Use decaf coffee for an evening treat.
- Freeze brewed coffee in ice cube trays for a stronger flavor without diluting the smoothie.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
