Banana Coffee Smoothie | Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

January 14, 2022

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This coffee banana smoothie is the perfect way to start your day. It’s a creamy, delicious smoothie that’s packed with nutrients and has a coffee punch. It only takes 10 minutes to complete!

Coffee Protein Smoothie

This coffee protein smoothie is a delicious, refreshing smoothie packed with coffee, bananas, chia seeds, healthy fats, natural sweeteners, and more.It’s nutritious, thick, creamy, and absolutely delicious!

I absolutely Love Start my day with a smoothie.I also Love start my day a cup of coffee. However, I usually never finish my coffee. That’s where the Banana Coffee Smoothie recipe comes in! It’s basically the perfect addition to my morning routine that I’ve loved for years!

required ingredients

This coffee smoothie recipe contains ingredients that are good for you. It’s dairy free, refined sugar free, and oh so good! Scroll down for the full recipe.

milk: I use unsweetened almond milk, but any type of milk or milk substitute will do.
coffee: You can use freshly brewed (and chilled) coffee or cold brew.
banana: Frozen bananas are always the best choice for creamy, thick smoothies.
Protein powder: I like to use collagen peptides or a good unflavored protein powder like ceremony.
Chia seeds: Provides extra nutrition to smoothies and helps thicken.
Sweetener: This is an optional addition, but I like to add a little maple syrup to sweeten the smoothie a bit. You can also use honey or agave nectar.
ice: This is also optional, but can help thicken the smoothie if you want it thicker.

How to Make This Coffee Banana Smoothie

This coffee protein shake is ready in just 10 minutes!

Combine all ingredients: Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
Mix and serve: Stir until smooth, then taste and adjust as needed before serving. If it’s not as thick as you’d like, you might want to mix it with more ice.

How to Thicken a Smoothie

The best way to thicken a smoothie is to start with less liquid and add more until you reach the texture you want. If you mix everything together and your smoothie is too runny, you can add more bananas, more ice cubes, or alternatively, add half an avocado or a scoop of yogurt.
Another great way to make a thick and creamy smoothie is to use frozen fruit. I like to keep frozen fruit on hand all the time So whenever I feel like having a smoothie, I’m ready.

Fresh and Frozen Fruit

Frozen fruit is the key to making delicious smoothies! I always have frozen fruit on hand because they help make smoothies deliciously icy and add thickness. Plus, frozen fruit lasts longer and contains the same nutrients as fresh fruit. Buy seasonal fresh fruit and freeze them, then get pre-frozen fruit in the freezer section!

Do bananas need to be frozen?

So annoying, I would say Yes. Frozen bananas are part of making smoothies so creamy. Without them, smoothies won’t be as thick or creamy.

If you’re preparing more ahead of time, I recommend freezing the bananas whole (this will keep them longer.) If you’re short on time and want your bananas to freeze quickly, you can cut them into small pieces. If they are sliced and frozen, you may want to use them up within a few days.

Can you put ground coffee in a smoothie?

In theory, yes, but I don’t recommend it. Ground coffee changes the texture of the smoothie and you have to add more milk to make up for the lack of liquid coffee.

I prefer to use freshly brewed coffee (then refrigerated) or cold brewed coffee in this coffee smoothie recipe.However, if you’d rather use ground coffee to achieve the flavor of your coffee, then technically Also can.

Smoothie Pro Tips

Here are some tips for making the best coffee banana smoothie!

Use frozen coffee. Honestly, there’s nothing worse than a warm smoothie. Make sure the coffee you use is refrigerated so your smoothies are nice and cold!
Keep frozen bananas handy. Frozen bananas add a lot of sweetness and give smoothie texture so cream. I like to buy a big batch of overripe bananas and keep them in the freezer so I can have them when I want a smoothie.
Start with less. When it comes to liquids, coffee and sweeteners, I always like to start with less and add more flavor. This way my smoothies have just the right flavor and consistency.
Serve right away. Smoothies are best fresh!
Make it more creamy. Want a creamier smoothie? Try adding your favorite yogurt, half an avocado, or even frozen cauliflower (trust me)!
You can make a decaf smoothie Just swap regular coffee for your favorite decaf variety.
Take nutrition to the next level Add a handful of spinach, frozen cauliflower, coconut oil, protein powder, oatmeal, flaxseed meal, hemp seeds, or a scoop of nut butter.

The best blender for smoothies

Now, in theory, you can make smoothies with any blender. However, after years of using a variety of mixers, our team here has found that a high-speed mixer is definitely a worthwhile investment. The reasons are as follows:

quality. A high-speed blender can last a long time. You definitely get your money’s worth!
Performance. High-speed mixers do a better job of mixing. That means better, creamier smoothies!

We do realize that buying a high-speed blender isn’t for everyone. With that in mind, we’re going to share some blenders at different price points that we’ve had good luck with!

Some of the blenders we’ve used and liked in the past.

admired: vitamin

I (Lexi) have used various blenders. The top two contenders are Blendtec and Vitamix.If you have a big investment and want the best blender, go for it vitamin. It really stands the test of time!

Mid-Range Price Options: Kitchenaid Diamond 5-Speed Blender

Our food editors use this blender at home. It’s affordable and works relatively well. However, it’s not the same as a high-speed blender, especially when it comes to smoothies. This blender requires more liquid than a high-speed blender to fully blend the frozen smoothie ingredients.

Single-Serving Blender Option: Ninja Character Blender

Many people prefer to keep a single-serving blender at home or in the office to make smoothies. The good thing is that the pot you’re mixing in doubles as a cup!

Coffee Smoothie Recipe Poured into a Glass

Can you make smoothies ahead of time?

I don’t recommend mixing smoothies too long in advance. Smoothies are best eaten right away. For the thickest, creamiest texture, serve right after mixing!

But…you can make it into a smoothie freezer pack!

You may already know my love smoothie pack!They’re perfect to keep in the fridge for a quick snack, breakfast or Freeze preparation to a friend (at baby’s arrival! )

So yes, you can prepare these ahead of time and put all the ingredients in a freezer bag or container and freeze until ready to use. They will last up to 1 month this way! Don’t mix smoothies ahead of time, though! Enjoying smoothies right after mixing is the best!Look this post More info on how to make smoothie freezer packs!

Especially for this smoothie, coffee ice cubes are perfect for your freezer pack!

Got any leftover smoothies?

We pour leftover smoothies into popsicle molds and enjoy them as a frozen treat. Although frozen smoothie sodas are best eaten within a few days of making them.

high speed mixer
glasses
reusable straws
Reusable Silicone Bag (for smoothie packs)
bag opener (fill your bag)
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