This smoothie blends chilled cold brew coffee, frozen banana, protein powder, and vanilla for a smooth, energizing drink with a hint of salt to enhance flavor.
Vanilla Coffee Protein Smoothie
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Vanilla: Extract
Easy
This smoothie blends chilled cold brew coffee, frozen banana, protein powder, and vanilla for a smooth, energizing drink with a hint of salt to enhance flavor.
Prep
7 min
Cook
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Total
7 min
Servings
1
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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servings
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)chilled cold brew coffee
- 1.0 mediumfrozen banana
- 1.0 scoopprotein powder
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
- ⅛ tspfine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the chilled cold brew coffee to a high-speed blender.
- Add the frozen banana, protein powder, pure vanilla extract, 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 the consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional liquid if too thick, or add a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit if too thin.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use frozen banana to ensure a creamy texture without extra ice. Substitute cold brew with strong brewed and chilled coffee if needed.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make vanilla coffee protein smoothie?
Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make vanilla coffee protein 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 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. 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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
241
Calories / serving
2.5g
Fat
31.3g
Carbs
24.0g
Protein
16.2g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~241 cal · 3g fat · 31g carbs · 24g protein · 16g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 241 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 46 min·2.7 mi·~5400 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 33 min·1.7 mi·~3300 steps
- Moderate cycling 24 min·4.8 mi
- Swimming laps 34 min
- Jogging 24 min·2.0 mi·~3850 steps
- Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
- Dancing 39 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 24 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 56 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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