Description
A delicious and healthy mocha coffee protein smoothie, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 banana (240g), frozen
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder, Naked Whey recommended
- 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup (240ml) cold brew coffee
- 2 tbsp (28g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp (21g) date syrup
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Blend Base Ingredients: Start by tossing your almond milk, cold brew, and protein powder into the blender. Avoid adding too much liquid at once to keep it thick. Blend until combined and creamy.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Next, throw in your frozen banana and date syrup. Blend until combined but not overly smooth to retain a bit of texture.
- Check Consistency & Taste: Taste your smoothie and check the consistency. If it is too thick, add a splash of almond milk until you reach your desired texture.
- Pour & Enjoy Smoothie: Pour your mocha protein shake into a tall glass. For best results, enjoy it immediately to maintain the frothy texture.
Notes
- Best consumed immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Texture may change after storage.
- Use ripe frozen bananas for maximum sweetness. If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk or cold brew to thin it out. If not sweet enough, increase the date syrup or add an additional ripe banana. If the texture feels gritty, ensure the protein powder is fully blended; a finer protein powder can improve consistency.
- Not applicable as this smoothie is best enjoyed cold.
- Pair with a slice of healthy banana bread or serve alongside a fresh fruit salad. Enjoy with nuts for added crunch and protein.
- Add nut butter for extra creaminess, incorporate spinach for added nutrients, or use a different flavored protein powder.
- Choose ripe bananas for natural sweetness. For a different flavor, substitute date syrup with honey. Almond milk can be replaced with cashew milk, oat milk, or skim milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 ounces
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 246mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 50mg