Creamy Coffee Banana Smoothie (Print version)

Creamy blend of coffee and banana, ready in 5 minutes for a refreshing energy boost.

# What you'll need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
02 - 1 medium ripe banana
03 - 1/2 cup milk or dairy-free alternative

→ Sweetener & Flavor

04 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

06 - 1/2 cup ice cubes
07 - 2 tablespoons rolled oats (optional, for thickness)

# Method:

01 - Combine cooled coffee, banana, milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, ice cubes, and oats (if using) in a blender container.
02 - Blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy throughout.
03 - Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if desired.
04 - Pour into two glasses and enjoy right away while chilled.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Its breakfast and caffeine in one glass, which means youre technically multitasking before noon
  • The banana smooths out coffees bitterness so you get energy without the jitters
02 -
  • Frozen bananas are the secret weapon here and worth the extra planning
  • The coffee must be completely cold or youll end up with a weird lukewarm situation
03 -
  • Use coffee ice cubes instead of regular ones to prevent watering it down
  • A pinch of cinnamon or cocoa on top makes it feel like a treat

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