Quick and cold, this Coffee Smoothie will get your morning off to an energetic start or perk you up in the afternoon.
Who Has Leftover Coffee?
Some may say, “What’s leftover coffee?” but not me…I routinely stash excess into my fridge and pull it out the next morning for an easy heat-up or to enjoy cold brew. If you’re making just one serving of this Coffee Smoothie, all you need is a half cup, so it’s easy to save a mere four ounces for this healthy treat.
Protein Powders
It seems like everyone is selling some kind of protein powder or supplement. I’m sure I am clueless to the vast options, but you probably have access to something in your cupboard that qualifies. I keep SlimFast on hand and add 1/2 scoop per serving to my smoothies.
Milk or No Milk in your Coffee Smoothie?
I like it both ways. When I add the milk, it’s a little less potent but I have more to sip. Without the milk, it’s thicker and has a stronger coffee taste.
Frozen Bananas
Did I mention that I like to freeze ripe bananas and use them in smoothies. It adds chill and makes it thicker. There are many ways you can freeze them:
- on a sheet pan until firm, then place in a container or freezer bag and they won’t stick together
- if they are not overripe, you can just put them in a container and they pry out pretty easily with a fork
- if they’re softer, though, I recommend wrapping each half of banana in a small piece of plastic wrap at the time you are adding the banana to your freezer container. Then it’s a snap to take a piece out for each serving of smoothie you plan to blend.
All three are great methods.
Coffee Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 c cold brewed coffee
- 1/2 banana
- 1/4 c old fashioned oats
- 1 portion any chocolate or vanilla protein powder or supplement
- 1/2 c milk if desired
- 1 T mini chocolate chips if desired
Instructions
- Combine coffee, banana, oats, and protein powder in blender
- Blend until smooth and pour into a cup
- Top with mini chocolate chips, if desired
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