Can I make this smoothie without a high-powered blender?

Yes! If you don't have a high-powered blender, soak the oats in the coffee for about 10 minutes before blending to soften them. You can also use instant oats which blend more easily, or oat flour as an alternative.

How can I make this smoothie dairy-free?

Simply substitute the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk, cashew cream, or your favorite barista-style plant milk. Oat milk works particularly well with the coffee flavors in this recipe.

Is this smoothie sweet enough without added sugar?

The banana provides natural sweetness, but if you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add 1-2 teaspoons of honey, maple syrup, or your preferred sweetener. Taste as you go until it reaches your desired sweetness level.

Can I prepare this smoothie the night before?

While it's best fresh, you can prepare most components ahead of time. Combine all ingredients except ice in a blender jar and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, add ice and blend for a quick breakfast. The oats will soften overnight, creating an even creamier texture.

Coffee Breakfast Smoothie Recipe

Description

Kickstart your day with this energizing Coffee Breakfast Smoothie! It’s a creamy, delicious, and nutrient-packed breakfast option that combines the rich flavor of brewed coffee with the wholesome goodness of oats, banana, and almond butter. Quick to make and easily customizable, it’s the perfect blend of taste and energy in a glass.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 cup strongly brewed coffee (227 grams)
1/2 banana, sliced
1/4 cup heavy cream (57 grams)
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats (22 grams)
1 tablespoon cinnamon almond butter (or nut butter of choice, 17 grams)
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (5 grams)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (8 grams)
1/2 cup ice cubes (about 4-5 large ice cubes)

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Instructions

Prepare the smoothie base
Add the strongly brewed coffee, sliced banana, heavy cream, oats, almond butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender. Blend on high until the mixture becomes smooth and well-combined.
Add the ice cubes
Once the base is blended, add the ice cubes to the blender. Pulse the blender until the ice is broken down and evenly incorporated into the smoothie.
Serve the smoothie
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your refreshing and energizing coffee breakfast smoothie!

Notes

If you’d like to enhance the coffee flavor, freeze some brewed coffee in ice cube trays and use those instead of regular ice cubes.
For added sweetness, feel free to stir in a sweetener of your choice (honey, maple syrup, etc.).
To make the smoothie extra cold, slice and freeze the banana the night before preparing the smoothie.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1¼ cup
Calories: 210
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 55mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg