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Healthy Protein Coffee Smoothie Recipe with Cold Brew and Banana for Quick Energy Boost

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A quick and easy smoothie combining cold brew coffee, banana, and protein powder for a creamy, energizing breakfast or snack that provides steady energy without a sugar crash.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) cold brew coffee (or strong brewed coffee cooled)
  • 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and frozen if possible
  • 1 scoop (about 30 grams) vanilla whey protein powder
  • ½ cup (120 ml) unsweetened almond milk (or preferred milk such as dairy, oat, or coconut)
  • ¼ cup (60 grams) Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • A handful of ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice the banana. Freeze beforehand for creamier texture if possible.
  2. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) cold brew coffee into the blender first.
  3. Add the frozen banana slices and 1 scoop (about 30 grams) of vanilla whey protein powder.
  4. Pour in ½ cup (120 ml) unsweetened almond milk and ¼ cup (60 grams) Greek yogurt if using.
  5. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds for fiber and omega-3s, and add 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if desired.
  6. Add a handful of ice cubes to chill and thicken the smoothie.
  7. Blend on high for 30-45 seconds or until creamy and smooth. Adjust consistency by adding more almond milk if too thick or more ice/frozen banana if too thin.
  8. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Freeze the banana for creaminess. Add cold brew first to avoid clumping. Adjust sweetness last after tasting. For dairy-free, use plant-based protein powder and non-dairy yogurt. Blend liquids first, then solids, and ice last for best texture.

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Keywords: protein smoothie, coffee smoothie, cold brew, banana smoothie, healthy breakfast, quick energy, whey protein, dairy-free option

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