Creamy Coffee Banana Smoothie Recipe
This Creamy Coffee Banana Drink is a luscious and energizing smoothie that combines the natural sweetness of frozen bananas and dates with the robust flavor of cold brew coffee. Blended with almond milk and almond butter for added creaminess and depth, plus a hint of vanilla and cinnamon for warmth, this drink is perfect for a nutritious breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. Garnished with chocolate shavings and a sprinkle of cinnamon, it delivers a delightful experience that’s both refreshing and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Base
- 1 1/2 frozen ripe bananas
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup cold brew coffee concentrate
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 3 soft Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 handfuls of ice
Garnish
- Chocolate shavings
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the base ingredients: Place the frozen bananas, cold brew coffee concentrate, unsweetened almond milk, pitted Medjool dates, almond butter, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon into a blender.
- Blend the mixture: Blend all ingredients until smooth, adjusting the almond milk amount as needed to reach your preferred consistency for a creamy texture.
- Add ice and blend again: Add the ice to the blender and blend once more until the mixture is thoroughly smooth and creamy, ensuring a chilled drink.
- Serve and garnish: Pour the creamy coffee banana drink into serving glasses. Garnish each with a dusting of ground cinnamon and chocolate shavings for an extra touch of flavor and presentation before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas that are frozen to create a naturally creamy and thick texture without the need for ice cream or additional sweeteners.
- Adjust the quantity of cold brew coffee to modify the coffee strength to your liking.
- Medjool dates add natural sweetness; substitute with another soft date variety if unavailable.
- Almond butter can be replaced with any nut or seed butter for a different flavor profile.
- For a vegan version, ensure the chocolate shavings used for garnish are dairy-free.
- To make it less sweet, reduce the number of dates or omit them.
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