Coffee Smoothie

For now, love yourself and enjoy this one ... 

Kick off your day with this powerful, scrumptious beach cafe-inspired coffee smoothie.

Having coffee in a smoothie may not be groundbreaking, but this is certainly NOT a frappe you would get at a chain coffee spot.

So, like any basic girl, I start my day with a flavorful coffee, like Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee , and a light breakfast. Let’s make our lives so much easier and have our coffee in our brekky. I first tried a similar recipe while in Palm Beach and was hooked. I felt awake, nourished, and satisfied all morning. It is one of those light “meals” that you will thank yourself for indulging in. I decided to make this recipe my own at home and have never looked back.

You will love this Coffee Smoothie recipe because it is so simple and delicious. It takes no time (which is great because who has any time in the morning? With two little ones. Not me.) And just like our Blueberry Smoothie, it only requires a couple of ingredients.

Aside from making this scrumptious beverage while you rush around in the morning, it can also be served as a bomb treat if you have company. Pair this smoothie with Spinach and Artichoke Egg Muffins for a classy gluten-free breakfast to wow your friends.

Is Coffee Smoothie Healthy?

This coffee smoothie is not only delicious but also vegan and gluten-free. This recipe can also be Whole 30 compliant (depending on the protein powder you use), but not Keto, because unfortunately, bananas are not Keto friendly. Anyway, there are AMAZING health benefits that come along with this refreshing smoothie recipe.

Coffee and cold brew have been proven to increase mental activity and increase energy levels. Also, cold brew has tons of antioxidants which may reduce inflammation and lower the risk of several diseases.

These benefits combined with the potassium in bananas and the protein in the protein powder and almond milk, certainly make this a healthy recipe.

The Perfect Boost To Start Your Day

Starting your day with a coffee smoothie is an excellent way to energize yourself while getting a serving of fruit, protein, and fiber. It’s like a one-stop shop for wellness. We already discussed the benefits of coffee and cold brew, but the main appeal of this recipe is having everything very easily combined.

Instead of being packed with artificial sweeteners and sugar, this recipe uses bananas to sweeten it up and creamy almond butter for more depth and flavor. Almond butter is not only a delicious addition, it has “good fats” which aid in maintaining proper levels of cholesterol and improve heart health.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup strong coffee or cold brew
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup plain or vanilla protein powder
• 1 large frozen banana
• 2 tablespoons creamy almond butter
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS

Blend

Combine all ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth.

Adjust

If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk to thin it out.

Enjoy

Pour into glasses and serve

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

Serving Suggestions

This coffee smoothie pairs perfectly with strong women. For a boss babe morning meeting or bestie brunch serve this smoothie alongside this hearty Whole 30 Breakfast Casserole or Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Bars .

For the morning rush out the door, make this coffee smoothie ahead and grab it with Corn Salad you’ll have both a delicious, healthy breakfast and lunch ready by the time you get to work.

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Coffee Smoothie

Kick off your day with this powerful, scrumptious beach cafe-inspired coffee smoothie.

Course Breakfast, Smoothies

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Calories 435kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup strong coffee or cold brew
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup plain or vanilla protein powder
• 1 large frozen banana
• 2 tablespoons creamy almond butter
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

• Combine the coffee, almond milk, protein powder, frozen banana, almond butter, and vanilla extract in a high-powered blender.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more almond milk to reach your desired consistency.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. DEVOUR!
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Nutrition

Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 808mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 76IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 407mg | Iron: 1mg

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Inorganic foods include meat, fish and eggs, dairy, butter, yogurts, honey, yogurt, honey, grains and vegetables, as well as spices, herbs, fruits, and spices.

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Statistics

• Popular clothing brands, like Patagonia, are labelled as organic by using 100 percent organic cotton for many of their styles. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Once certified by the USDA, it can fall into one of four categories: "100 percent organic", "organic," "made with organic ingredients," or "made with less than 70 percent organic ingredients. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids were up to 50 percent higher in organic meats and milk than in conventionally raised products.[3] (en.wikipedia.org)
• To provide the highest quality products and services to every customer, with a dedicated workforce that puts the customer first and takes the extra step to achieve 100% customer satisfaction and loyalty. (hollinsorganic.com)

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Organic Foods: What You Need to Know

Organic foods are produced from plants and animals that have been grown without the use of pesticides, chemical fertilizers or other additives. They are produced without genetic engineering or the application of ionizing radiation. The food must not contain artificial flavours, colours, flavour enhancements, or preservatives. It must not contain genetically altered organisms (GMOs).

In 1845, Justus Von Liebig, an aspiring chemist and entrepreneur, created the term "organic" to describe the properties found in manure. Nowadays, most people associate the term organic with the production of food. Organic means the product has only natural substances like proteins, carbohydrates, and fats that are found in nature.

The consumption of organic foods has risen dramatically in the past decades. According to recent statistics, around 50% of the world's population consumes at least one organic product daily. This number increases constantly and is expected to reach 70%, 80%, and 90% by 2020.

There are many reasons that organic products are chosen by consumers. Organic products are preferred by many people for their taste and health. Some also prefer organic produce because of the higher quality. Others believe that organic farming is more sustainable. Some consumers choose non-organic products because of ethical concerns about farm workers' and animal treatment.

Organic food tends to be more expensive that conventional foods, but prices can vary depending upon the country or region. There are many factors that influence the cost of organic foods. One factor is whether there are enough land available for organic farming. Another is the cost of inputs and labour needed for organic cultivation. There are other factors such as transportation costs, marketing and taxes. In Europe, for instance, the average price for organic food in Europe is 10% higher than its regular price.

Below are the main differences between conventional and organic foods.

• Organic produce is completely free from chemicals, hormones and antibiotics.
• Organic livestock is fed grasses or grains instead of corn and soybean meals.
• Organic milk comes only from cows who are fed hay and pasture grasses all-naturally.
• All organic raw materials are certified organic.
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