Gingerbread Coffee Smoothie

Aug 13, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

This smoothie blends chilled cold brew coffee with frozen banana, warm gingerbread spices, and a small pinch of fine sea salt for a smooth and flavorful winter drink.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)chilled cold brew coffee
1.0 medium (120.0 g)frozen banana
½ tsp (1.5 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground ginger
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
⅛ tsp (0.5 g)fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the chilled cold brew coffee to a high-speed blender.
Add the frozen banana, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, fine sea salt, and pure vanilla extract.
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 liquid if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use frozen banana slices for a creamy texture without added ice cream. To adjust sweetness, add a touch of maple syrup or honey.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make gingerbread coffee smoothie?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make gingerbread coffee 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.

This smoothie blends chilled cold brew coffee with frozen banana, warm gingerbread spices, and a small pinch of fine sea salt for a smooth and flavorful winter drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

123 Calories / serving

0.5g Fat

29.7g Carbs

1.7g Protein

14.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~123 cal · 1g fat · 30g carbs · 2g protein · 15g sugar

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

Per serving · 123 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 23 min·1.3 mi·~2700 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 17 min·0.9 mi·~1700 steps
Moderate cycling 12 min·2.4 mi
Swimming laps 17 min
Jogging 12 min·1.0 mi·~1900 steps
Stair climbing 11 min·~1000 steps
Dancing 20 min
Bodyweight circuit training 12 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 29 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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