Description
A creamy and delicious Banana Mocha Smoothie, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a healthy dessert. Combines the flavors of banana, coffee, and chocolate for a satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas, preferably frozen
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, like almond, soy, or oat)
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or any nut butter)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey, agave, or your favorite sweetener), adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup ice cubes (if not using frozen bananas)
- Optional toppings: chocolate shavings, whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, a sprinkle of cocoa powder, sliced banana
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Measure and prepare all ingredients.
- Prepare the Bananas: Freeze bananas (peeled and sliced) for at least an hour for a thicker smoothie. If using fresh bananas, add more ice.
- Brew and Cool the Coffee: Brew strong coffee and let it cool completely.
- Combine Ingredients in a Blender: Add milk and cooled coffee to the blender first, then add frozen banana slices, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high speed, until smooth and creamy (30-60 seconds). Add more milk if too thick, or ice if too thin.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust sweetness and flavor to your liking by adding more maple syrup, cocoa powder, or coffee.
- Pour into a Glass: Pour the smoothie into a glass.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Add toppings like chocolate shavings, whipped cream, chocolate syrup, cocoa powder, or sliced banana.
- Serve Immediately: Serve and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Vegan: Use non-dairy milk and agave nectar or maple syrup.
- Add Protein: Add protein powder, chia seeds, or flax seeds.
- Spice it Up: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or cayenne pepper.
- Add Greens: Add spinach or kale.
- Nut Butters: Use almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter.
- Smoothie Bowl: Pour into a bowl and top with granola, fruit, nuts, and seeds.
- Experiment: Add berries, mango, or different extracts.
- Adjust Sweetness: Adjust sweetener based on banana ripeness.
- Frozen Coffee Cubes: Use frozen coffee cubes instead of ice.
- Store Leftovers: Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, but texture and flavor may change.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes