I just made a Coffee And Banana Smoothie that drinks like breakfast and dessert at once, and I’m not apologizing for how obsessed I am.

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I’m obsessed with this messy, sensible morning thing: a Chocolate Coffee Smoothie that hits like breakfast and a little kick. I love how a frozen ripe banana makes it creamy without fake junk, and the strong chilled coffee wakes every part of me up.

Coffee Banana Smoothie Recipes usually promise too much, but this one actually tastes like real fuel and dessert had a tiny argument and made peace. I adore that vanilla whisper and the faint cacao bite.

No fluff. Just bold, cold, sipable energy that makes getting out of bed worth it every morning, zero regrets, no compromises.

Ingredients

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Frozen banana: creamy thickness and natural sweetness, it’s basically ice cream without guilt.
Chilled coffee: wakes you up and adds a bitter contrast, great kick.
Milk of choice: smooths things out, makes it sippable and cozy.
Greek yogurt: tangy creaminess and protein, it’ll make it filling.
Cacao powder: chocolatey depth without sugar, bittersweet and satisfying.
Vanilla extract: rounds flavors and smells amazing, subtle warmth.
Honey or maple: quick sweet fix, use less if you don’t need it.
Chia or flax: adds fiber and texture, keeps you full longer.
Ice cubes: chills and thickens if banana’s not frozen enough.
Cinnamon pinch: little warmth and spice, makes it cozy.
Tiny salt pinch: boosts sweetness and balances bitterness, trust it.
Protein powder: extra protein for post-workout or longer energy.

Ingredient Quantities

1 large frozen ripe banana (about 1 to 1 1/4 cups when chopped)

1/2 to 3/4 cup strong chilled coffee or cold brew (use 1 shot espresso if you got it)

1/2 to 3/4 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, dairy, etc)

1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or a dairy free yogurt if you want)

1 tablespoon unsweetened cacao powder

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, more or less to taste (optional)

1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional, for extra fiber)

Ice cubes as needed for thickness if banana isnt fully frozen (optional)

A small pinch of ground cinnamon and a tiny pinch of salt

1 scoop protein powder (optional, vanilla or unflavored)

How to Make this

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1. Break the frozen banana into chunks and put them in the blender first so it blends easier later.

2. Pour in 1/2 to 3/4 cup strong chilled coffee or cold brew, or one shot of espresso if you have it, then add 1/2 to 3/4 cup milk of your choice.

3. Add 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy free yogurt) for creaminess and 1 scoop protein powder if you want extra protein.

4. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon unsweetened cacao powder, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, a small pinch of ground cinnamon, and a tiny pinch of salt.

5. Stir in 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed if you want more fiber and texture.

6. Add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup if you like it sweeter, taste later and adjust. Remember its optional so skip if you prefer unsweetened.

7. Toss in a few ice cubes only if the banana wasnt fully frozen or you want a thicker texture.

8. Blend on high until smooth, scraping down the sides once to make sure everything mixes well. If it seems too thick add a splash more milk or coffee, too thin add a few more banana pieces or ice.

9. Taste and tweak: more sweetener, cinnamon, or cacao to suit your mood. If using cacao, a little extra vanilla helps round the flavor.

10. Pour into a glass, sprinkle a tiny bit more cinnamon or cacao on top if you want, grab a straw and enjoy right away for best flavor.

Equipment Needed

1. High-speed blender (put frozen banana in first so it blends easier)
2. Measuring cups and spoons (for coffee, milk, cacao, yogurt, honey etc)
3. Long-handled spoon or spatula (scrape down sides once while blending)
4. Cutting board and chef knife (to chop the banana before freezing or to slice for garnish)
5. Glass or tumbler and a straw (serve right away, grab a straw)
6. Small bowl or ramekin (to mix protein powder or taste adjustments)
7. Ice scoop or tongs (if you add ice cubes)
8. Coffee maker or espresso machine (or jug of chilled cold brew)

FAQ

Can I use decaf or instant coffee instead of cold brew?

Yes, decaf works fine and instant is ok too, just make it strong so the coffee flavor comes through. If you use espresso, one shot is enough. Taste and add more if you want it bolder.

My banana isnt fully frozen, how do I make it thick?

Throw in a few ice cubes or use more frozen banana pieces. You can also add a tablespoon of chia or ground flax for body. If you use ice, blend a little longer so its smooth.

Can I swap the Greek yogurt for a dairy free option?

Absolutely. Use a thick dairy free yogurt like coconut or soy to keep creaminess. If your plant yogurt is thin, reduce the milk a bit so the smoothie is not too runny.

How much sweetener should I add?

Start with one tablespoon of honey or maple syrup and taste. Ripe bananas are pretty sweet so you may not need any. Add more in small increments if wanted.

Will protein powder change the texture?

Yes it can make the smoothie thicker and sometimes a bit chalky depending on the powder. Use vanilla or unflavored and add an extra splash of milk if it gets too thick. Blend well to avoid lumps.

How long can I store leftovers?

Keep in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 24 hours. The coffee flavor will mellow and it may separate a bit, just give it a quick shake or reblend before drinking.

Healthy Banana Coffee Smoothie Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Frozen banana
- Frozen avocado for creaminess and healthy fats (milder flavor)
- Frozen mango for a sweeter tropical twist
- 1/2 cup silken tofu plus a little honey if you want extra protein
Strong chilled coffee or cold brew
- Decaf coffee or decaf cold brew if you want less caffeine
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso or 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee dissolved in a bit of water
- Matcha (use 1 teaspoon) for a green tea kick and steady energy
Plain Greek yogurt
- Dairy free yogurt (coconut or almond) for a vegan version
- Silken tofu for a neutral, protein rich swap
- Cottage cheese if you dont mind a slightly tangier thicker texture
Unsweetened cacao powder
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (same chocolate flavor, a tad less complex)
- Carob powder for a caffeine free, naturally sweeter option
- 1 tablespoon instant hot chocolate mix if you want it sweeter without extra syrup

Pro Tips

1) Freeze banana in ready-to-blend chunks, not one big frozen banana. Cut it first and pack the pieces into the freezer so you can drop them in the blender without waiting. That way you get a smoother, less strainy blend and it blends faster.

2) Make the coffee stronger than you think you need. Cold brew or an espresso shot gives more flavor without watering the shake down. If it tastes too bitter, a tiny extra pinch of salt or a half teaspoon of sweetener will round it out.

3) If you add protein powder, mix it with a few tablespoons of the milk first into a slurry so it doesnt clump. Same with cacao powder: stir or whisk cacao into a little liquid before dumping it in, or it can get gritty. Also let chia or ground flax sit in the yogurt for 5 minutes if you want them less grainy.

4) For the creamiest texture, use full fat yogurt or a thicker nondairy like oat. If the shake ends up too thin, toss in another frozen banana chunk or a couple ice cubes and pulse. If it is too thick, warm it up with extra coffee not hot, just a little warmer, then blend again.

Healthy Banana Coffee Smoothie Recipe

Recipe by Sam Ecclestone

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I just made a Coffee And Banana Smoothie that drinks like breakfast and dessert at once, and I’m not apologizing for how obsessed I am.

Servings

servings

Calories

489

kcal

Equipment: 1. High-speed blender (put frozen banana in first so it blends easier)
2. Measuring cups and spoons (for coffee, milk, cacao, yogurt, honey etc)
3. Long-handled spoon or spatula (scrape down sides once while blending)
4. Cutting board and chef knife (to chop the banana before freezing or to slice for garnish)
5. Glass or tumbler and a straw (serve right away, grab a straw)
6. Small bowl or ramekin (to mix protein powder or taste adjustments)
7. Ice scoop or tongs (if you add ice cubes)
8. Coffee maker or espresso machine (or jug of chilled cold brew)

Ingredients

1 large frozen ripe banana (about 1 to 1 1/4 cups when chopped)
1/2 to 3/4 cup strong chilled coffee or cold brew (use 1 shot espresso if you got it)
1/2 to 3/4 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, dairy, etc)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or a dairy free yogurt if you want)
1 tablespoon unsweetened cacao powder
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, more or less to taste (optional)
1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional, for extra fiber)
Ice cubes as needed for thickness if banana isnt fully frozen (optional)
A small pinch of ground cinnamon and a tiny pinch of salt
1 scoop protein powder (optional, vanilla or unflavored)

Directions

Break the frozen banana into chunks and put them in the blender first so it blends easier later.
Pour in 1/2 to 3/4 cup strong chilled coffee or cold brew, or one shot of espresso if you have it, then add 1/2 to 3/4 cup milk of your choice.
Add 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy free yogurt) for creaminess and 1 scoop protein powder if you want extra protein.
Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon unsweetened cacao powder, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, a small pinch of ground cinnamon, and a tiny pinch of salt.
Stir in 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed if you want more fiber and texture.
Add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup if you like it sweeter, taste later and adjust. Remember its optional so skip if you prefer unsweetened.
Toss in a few ice cubes only if the banana wasnt fully frozen or you want a thicker texture.
Blend on high until smooth, scraping down the sides once to make sure everything mixes well. If it seems too thick add a splash more milk or coffee, too thin add a few more banana pieces or ice.
Taste and tweak: more sweetener, cinnamon, or cacao to suit your mood. If using cacao, a little extra vanilla helps round the flavor.
Pour into a glass, sprinkle a tiny bit more cinnamon or cacao on top if you want, grab a straw and enjoy right away for best flavor.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.