This easy Coffee Protein Smoothie recipe combines peanut butter and banana with iced coffee! It’s a super delicious & healthy breakfast treat!
THE PERFECT HEALTHY SMOOTHIE
Sweet bananas paired with smooth peanut butter is a classic combo that I can’t get enough of. BUT, pair those two with iced coffee AND a scoop of protein powder, and you’ve got yourself a new favorite breakfast drink. Bring it in a to-go mug to kickstart your day in the best way possible!
I always thought that NOTHING was going to beat my original recipe for a Coffee Smoothie. NAH.THING. Until… I put peanut butter in it… o.m.g. 😱 Trust me, friends, this little addition made a huge difference. The following morning I also added a scoop of chocolate protein powder, and things got even better.
Smoothies are a breakfast favorite around here. Our go-to is the one and only Banana, Kiwi, and Kale Smoothie – SO amazing! – or, a bowl of this Rainbow Protein Smoothie. We all got used to just throwing a bunch of good-for-you ingredients in the Blendtec and, with just a whirl, our breakfast is done.
Just like the ones mentioned above, this Coffee Protein Smoothie is a packed powerhouse of antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, but best of all is the delicious coffee flavor! Coffee lovers, we’re about to celebrate!
INGREDIENTS FOR COFFEE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
- brewed coffee, frozen
- banana
- smooth peanut butter
- chocolate protein powder
- almond milk (you can also use regular milk)
HOW TO MAKE A COFFEE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
- Start by brewing a cup of coffee before going to sleep. DO NOT drink it. 🙂 Instead, please pour it into an ice tray and place the tray in your freezer.
- The following morning, pour out the coffee ice cubes into a blender.
- Add a banana to the blender, as well as the peanut butter, protein powder, and milk.
- Blend until mixture is well combined and thickened.
- If it’s too thick, add a bit more milk, about couple tablespoons at a time, and blend until combined.
- If it’s too thin, add a couple of ice cubes and blend until combined.
- Pour into glasses and serve.
HOW TO STORE SMOOTHIES
Smoothies are the perfect meal prep – they keep in the fridge for up to 3 days – and are an easy way to keep our first meal of the day on track.
- Store smoothies in an airtight glass container secured with a lid. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days.
- Smoothies can also be frozen into popsicle molds – they are perfect on a hot summer day.
ENJOY!
TOOLS USED IN THIS RECIPE
Coffee Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup brewed coffee
- 1 large banana
- 2 tablespoons smooth natural peanut butter
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup almond milk, you can also use coconut milk, soy milk, or regular milk
Instructions
- Brew a cup of coffee and pour prepared coffee in an ice tray; freeze overnight.
- Pour out the coffee ice cubes into a blender.
- Add banana, peanut butter, protein powder, and milk to the blender.
- Blend until smooth and thickened.
- If mixture is too thick, add a bit more milk and blend until combined.
- If mixture is thin, add a couple of ice cubes and blend until combined.
- Pour into glasses and serve cold.
Notes
- Store smoothies in an airtight glass container secured with a lid. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days.
- Smoothies can also be frozen into popsicle molds – they are perfect on a hot summer day.
Nutrition
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
What can you sub in place of banana
If you are saving this to eat over 2-3 do you add the protein powder later so that is doesn’t breakdown?