Coffee Smoothie Recipe
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A coffee smoothie is a great start to the morning for two reasons. Caffeine and protein. The two together make the perfect breakfast on the go.
I was recently listening to a Mel Robbins podcast where she interviewed a doctor who studies women’s sports nutrition. After many studies, the doctor found that women do much better when they have protein in their system before working out in the morning. So I gave it a shot (I’ve always worked out on an empty stomach), and I’ll be darned if I didn’t feel a whole lot better! My system relaxed and I was able to work out much better. So there is definitely something to that. But regardless of where you stand on pre-workout protein, this drink will get you up and moving, no matter what you have to do first thing in the morning.
Love making coffee drinks at home? I have so many of them on this site! Try this Dalgona coffee, this Blender Coffee, or even this Cold Brew Coffee to start your morning off right.
Pro Recipe Tips
The more raw/uncooked oats you blend into a smoothie, the longer you will feel full. So if you are someone who gets hungry an hour after a smoothie, try adding between 1 and 4 tablespoons of raw oats.
Coffee Smoothie Additions
If you feel like adding more to this, try one of these:
- 1 tsp chia seeds or ground flax – Adds texture and fiber.
- 1 tsp cacao powder – Adds a mocha flavor.
- Splash of milk – If your smoothie gets too thick. Any kind works.
What You’ll Need To Make A Coffee Smoothie
Strong brewed coffee – You can use regular or decaf. Pick your favorite.
Unsweetened yogurt – You can use regular, Greek, or dairy-free/vegan.
Maple syrup – Or honey.
Pure vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon – Optional but yummy.
Whole oats – You can add more depending on how hungry you are. They expand in your tummy and keep you full for much longer.
Ice – Use as much or as little as you like. The recipe amount is simply a starting point.
Pinch of sea salt – Boosts flavor.
How To Make A Coffee Smoothie
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as needed, and serve.
Storage
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Freezing
You can freeze this in popsicle molds for a healthy treat.
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Coffee Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup strong-brewed coffee (cooled or cold brew)
- ½ cup unsweetened yogurt (Greek, regular, or dairy-free)
- 1 tbsp. maple syrup (or honey – or more to taste)
- ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp. ground cinnamon (optional, but tasty)
- 1 tbsp. whole oats (raw – can add up to 4 tbsp.)
- 1½ cup ice cubes
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as needed, and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
I’m not really a coffee drinker, but I do like coffee yogurt, coffee ice cream, and an occasional (maybe once a year) iced coffee, so I will have to try this! Do you think it would work with cold water and instant coffee instead of brewed coffee?
Jessica – It would definitely work, I just can’t give you measurements because I didn’t try that myself. But yes, it’ll work. Enjoy!