A smooth and creamy coffee chocolate smoothie with cold brew coffee, banana, and unsweetened cocoa powder blended with ice for a tasty caffeinated treat.
Coffee Chocolate Smoothie
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Easy
A smooth and creamy coffee chocolate smoothie with cold brew coffee, banana, and unsweetened cocoa powder blended with ice for a tasty caffeinated treat.
Prep
7 min
Cook
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Total
7 min
Servings
1
Diet
Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)chilled cold brew coffee
- 1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ½ large (60.0 g)ripe banana
- 1.0 cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
- small pinch of fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the cold brew coffee to a high-speed blender.
- Add the ripe banana, unsweetened cocoa powder, fine sea salt, and vanilla extract.
- Add the ice cubes.
- Blend on low speed for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35 to 50 seconds until completely smooth.
- Check the consistency and blend in 1 to 2 tablespoons additional cold brew coffee if too thick, or add a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use a ripe banana to add natural creaminess and sweetness. For a dairy-free version, avoid adding yogurt or milk.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make coffee chocolate smoothie?
Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make coffee chocolate smoothie ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Is this drink vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
79
Calories / serving
1.2g
Fat
18.7g
Carbs
2.2g
Protein
7.6g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~79 cal · 1g fat · 19g carbs · 2g protein · 8g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 79 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 15 min·0.9 mi·~1750 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 11 min·0.6 mi·~1100 steps
- Moderate cycling 8 min·1.6 mi
- Swimming laps 11 min
- Jogging 8 min·0.7 mi·~1300 steps
- Stair climbing 7 min·~650 steps
- Dancing 13 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 8 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 18 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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