Bananas are a common smoothie ingredient, but have you tried adding espresso? This smoothie gives just the right amount of caffeine mixed with classic smoothie ingredients, making it a delicious and nutritious drink. If you’re looking to cool off with something a bit more substantial to start your morning, look no further than our Espresso Banana Smoothie recipe!
Ingredients
- 8oz almond milk
- 1 shot (or two) of espresso
- 1 banana
- 5oz vanilla Greek yogurt
- 2tsp honey
- Optional: 1tsp cocoa powder
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- 1 cup of ice
Directions
- Brew your espresso shot(s), and set aside. Place the remaining ingredients into a blender.
- Blend all ingredients, including your shot(s) until smooth.
- If too thick, add a splash of almond milk. If too thin, add some more ice and blend.
This quick and easy recipe is one of our favorites! The Espresso Banana Smoothie is a healthier version of the classic frappe, although you can add some chocolate syrup, whipped cream, or any other toppings you’d like. It’s the best way to start your morning - with a cold, tasty and caffeinated treat to help you get through the day!
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