Description

Energizing banana peanut butter coffee smoothie that combines your morning coffee and breakfast in one creamy, delicious glass! Made with frozen bananas, peanut butter, and coffee for the perfect start to your day.

Ingredients

Scale

- 2 large frozen bananas, sliced (about 2 cups or 9–10 oz)

- 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or cashew)

- 1/4 cup brewed coffee, cooled (or 2 shots espresso)

- 2 tablespoons peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)

- 1 tablespoon cacao nibs (or 1 tablespoon cocoa powder)

- 1 teaspoon maca powder (optional, for extra energy)

- 1–2 Medjool dates, pitted (optional, for extra sweetness)

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Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Coffee

Brew your coffee and let it cool completely (I make mine the night before and refrigerate it). Hot coffee will turn your smoothie into a thin, sad mess instead of a thick, creamy dream!

Step 2: Add Ingredients to Blender

Place frozen banana slices in your blender first (no need to slice if using a high-speed blender—just break in half). Add milk, cooled coffee, peanut butter, cacao nibs, and maca powder if using. If you’re adding dates and using a regular blender, blend them with the liquid ingredients first to prevent chunks.

Step 3: Blend Until Creamy

Start on low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for 30-60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk.

Step 4: Taste and Adjust

Taste your smoothie and adjust as needed. Want it sweeter? Add a date or a drizzle of honey. Need more coffee flavor? Add another shot of espresso.

Step 5: Serve Immediately

Pour into a tall glass and enjoy right away. Top with a sprinkle of cacao nibs or a drizzle of peanut butter

Notes

Banana Ripeness: Use very ripe (spotty) bananas before freezing for maximum sweetness and the best flavor.

Prep Freezer Packs: Pre-portion all frozen ingredients into zip-top bags. In the morning, just dump and blend!

Protein Boost: Add a scoop of vanilla or chocolate protein powder for extra staying power.

Make It Thicker: Use less liquid to start—it’s easier to thin out than thicken up!

Instant Coffee Hack: No brewed coffee? Dissolve 1-2 teaspoons instant coffee in 2 tablespoons hot water, then cool.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 smoothie
Calories: 540
Sugar: 53g
Sodium: 282mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 89g
Fiber: 11g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 0mg