Creamy Coffee Banana Smoothie (Print Version)
A creamy blend of coffee and banana creating a thick, energizing beverage perfect for busy mornings.
# 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)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Add cooled coffee, banana, milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, ice cubes, and oats (if using) to blender.
02 - Blend on high speed for 30–45 seconds until mixture reaches smooth, creamy consistency.
03 - Taste smoothie and add more sweetener if desired.
04 - Pour into two glasses and serve right away while chilled.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- You get breakfast and caffeine in under five minutes flat
- The banana smooths out coffees bitterness without hiding its flavor
02 -
- Hot coffee will melt your ice too fast and make the texture weird, so patience with cooling is nonnegotiable
- Overblending can actually make it thin and warm from friction, so stop as soon as it looks smooth
03 -
- Peel and break your bananas into chunks before freezing them so they blend evenly
- If your smoothie separates, give it a quick stir and it will come back together perfectly