Coffee Protein Smoothie Bowl (Print)
Blended coffee, banana, yogurt and protein powder into a thick, spoonable bowl topped with granola and berries.
# Ingredient List:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 1 cup chilled brewed coffee
02 - 1 large frozen banana
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
04 - 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
05 - 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
06 - 1 tablespoon almond butter
07 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
→ Toppings
08 - 1/4 cup granola (gluten-free if needed)
09 - 1 tablespoon cacao nibs or dark chocolate shavings
10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
11 - Fresh banana slices
12 - Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Add the chilled brewed coffee, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, protein powder, almond milk, almond butter, and maple syrup or honey to a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is very smooth and thick. For a thinner consistency, add an extra splash of almond milk and blend briefly.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two serving bowls.
04 - Arrange granola, cacao nibs, chia seeds, banana slices, and fresh berries on top of each bowl in sections for an appealing presentation.
05 - Serve right away with a spoon while the smoothie base is still cold and thick.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The frozen banana trick makes it thick enough to eat with a spoon without needing ice, which would just water down the coffee flavor.
- You get your caffeine and your protein in one bowl, which means fewer dishes and less morning chaos.
02 -
- Do not skip freezing the banana because a fresh banana will leave you with a watery mess that no amount of blending can fix.
- A teaspoon of instant espresso powder blended in completely transforms the depth of coffee flavor if you want it bolder.
03 -
- Freeze your brewed coffee in ice cube trays and use three or four cubes in place of some of the liquid coffee for an even thicker bowl with concentrated flavor.
- Keep a stash of peeled ripe bananas in your freezer at all times because once you start making this you will not want to stop.