Description
You need a quick, creamy, and powerful morning boost. This Ultimate Energizing Protein Coffee Smoothie gives you caffeine, protein, and flavor in one glass. It is fast to make, helping you start your busy day with energy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup strong cold brew coffee, chilled
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/2 frozen banana (for creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for mocha flavor)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (optional, for healthy fat)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 4–5 ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour the cold brew coffee and almond milk into your blender container.
- Add the protein powder, frozen banana, cocoa powder (if using), and almond butter (if using).
- Add the ice cubes last.
- Secure the lid tightly.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed.
- Pour immediately into a tall glass. Enjoy your energized start.
Notes
- Use pre-made cold brew for the fastest prep time.
- Adjust the liquid amount to control thickness; add more milk for a thinner smoothie.
- Sweeten to your taste with a small drizzle of maple syrup if needed, but the banana often adds enough natural sweetness.
- This recipe is designed to be made in under five minutes.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Smoothie
- Calories: Approx. 250-350 (Varies based on protein powder and additions)
- Sugar: Low to moderate (from banana)
- Sodium: Low
- Fat: Moderate (from almond butter/milk)
- Saturated Fat: Low
- Unsaturated Fat: Present
- Trans Fat: Negligible
- Carbohydrates: Moderate
- Fiber: Good source
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Low