Espresso Banana Smoothie

Aug 7, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A creamy, chilled smoothie blending rich espresso with frozen banana and milk for a balanced breakfast drink.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 shots (60.0 ml)chilled espresso
½ cup (120.0 ml)milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the chilled espresso, milk, and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender.
Add the frozen banana and fine sea salt.
Add the ice cubes.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
Check consistency and blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better texture. Substitute any milk type as desired for a dairy-free or vegan version.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make espresso banana smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make espresso banana 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.

A creamy, chilled smoothie blending rich espresso with frozen banana and milk for a balanced breakfast drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

188 Calories / serving

4.4g Fat

33.5g Carbs

5.3g Protein

20.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~188 cal · 4g fat · 34g carbs · 5g protein · 21g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 188 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 36 min·2.1 mi·~4200 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 25 min·1.3 mi·~2500 steps
Moderate cycling 19 min·3.8 mi
Swimming laps 26 min
Jogging 18 min·1.5 mi·~2900 steps
Stair climbing 17 min·~1550 steps
Dancing 31 min
Bodyweight circuit training 19 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 44 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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