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Creamy Protein Coffee Banana Almond Butter Smoothie

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A quick and easy smoothie blending banana, almond butter, protein powder, and cold coffee for a creamy, energizing, and satisfying drink perfect for busy mornings or a mid-afternoon boost.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium ripe banana, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold brew coffee or strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter (smooth or crunchy)
  • 1 scoop (25-30g) protein powder (vanilla or unflavored whey or plant-based)
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) almond milk or oat milk
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 3–4 ice cubes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice 1 medium ripe banana. Use frozen banana for a thicker smoothie.
  2. Pour 1/2 cup cold brew coffee and 3/4 cup almond or oat milk into the blender.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons almond butter and 1 scoop protein powder to the blender.
  4. Add 1/4 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt for creaminess and protein.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup and a pinch of ground cinnamon if desired.
  6. Add 3-4 ice cubes for a chilled and thicker smoothie if preferred.
  7. Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides once or twice.
  8. Taste and adjust thickness or sweetness by adding more milk or honey/coffee as needed, then pulse briefly.
  9. Serve immediately in a glass or travel cup. Refrigerate leftovers up to 24 hours and stir before drinking.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and creaminess. Frozen banana adds chill and thickness. Natural almond butter without added sugars or oils is best. Use cold coffee to avoid melting ice and watery texture. Blend liquids and powders first, then add thicker ingredients and ice last. Adjust sweetness carefully to avoid overpowering flavors. Protein powder can be mixed with milk first to prevent clumping. Variations include swapping almond butter with cashew butter, adding chia seeds, or including spinach or frozen berries for extra nutrients.

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Keywords: protein smoothie, coffee smoothie, banana smoothie, almond butter smoothie, healthy breakfast, quick smoothie, protein shake, dairy-free option, vegan smoothie

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