Banana Mocha Smoothie
Indulge in the perfect morning pick-me-up or afternoon treat with this creamy and irresistible Banana Mocha Smoothie. This easy 5-minute recipe combines the natural sweetness of a ripe banana with the rich flavors of brewed coffee and unsweetened cocoa powder for a luscious mocha twist. Enhanced with a splash of vanilla extract and a touch of honey or maple syrup for balanced sweetness, this smoothie is a delightful blend of energy and indulgence. Made with your choice of milk (dairy or non-dairy) and blended with ice cubes for a frosty finish, it’s a refreshing way to power through your day. For an extra-special touch, top it off with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings. Perfect as a quick breakfast, post-workout treat, or guilt-free dessert, this one-serving recipe offers both flavor and convenience in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Banana
- 0.5 cup Brewed coffee
- 0.5 cup Milk (or non-dairy milk)
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- 1 teaspoon Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Peel the banana and cut it into smaller chunks for easier blending.
2. Add the banana, brewed coffee, milk, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to a blender.
3. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup.
5. Pour the smoothie into a tall glass.
6. Optionally, top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings for an extra indulgent touch.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 794 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
