Coffee Banana Smoothie (Print Version)

A creamy blend of coffee and ripe banana with natural sweetness for an energizing treat.

# What You 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place cooled coffee, banana, milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, ice cubes, and oats (if using) into blender container.
02 - Process on high speed for 30-45 seconds until mixture achieves smooth, creamy consistency without ice chunks.
03 - Test flavor and add additional sweetener if desired, blending briefly to incorporate.
04 - Distribute evenly between two glasses and enjoy right away while chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It solves the classic coffee versus breakfast debate by giving you both in one glass
  • The banana naturally sweetens everything so you barely need any added sugar
  • You can customize the thickness based on whether you want something drinkable or spoonable
02 -
  • Hot coffee will melt your ice instantly and make the smoothie watery, so always let it cool to room temperature first
  • If you only have fresh bananas and want that thick milkshake texture, add an extra 1/4 cup of ice
  • The oats can leave a slight grainy texture if your blender isn't powerful, so strain it through a fine mesh sieve if that bothers you
03 -
  • A splash of cold brew concentrate instead of regular brewed coffee makes the flavor even richer and smoother
  • If you're making this for someone who swears they hate coffee drinks, start with half the amount and work up
  • Adding a pinch of sea salt enhances all the flavors and cuts any bitterness from the coffee

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