Cookin' Canuck | Healthy Coffee Banana Smoothie Recipe (2024)

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Whip up an easy banana and yogurt smoothie, with a kick of coffee. Protein, fiber and caffeine? There's your morning jolt! 126 calories and 4 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP. Thank you to SocialMoms and Seattle's Best Coffee for helping me to share this recipe with you.
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Morning rituals are never meant to be messed with, particularly when the ritual involves caffeine. Every night, my husband grinds the coffee beans and preps the coffee pot, setting the "auto on" so that the steaming brew is piping hot when we stumble downstairs in the morning. The coffee is always consumed straight-up...no cream, no sugar, and the stronger the better.

This weekend, we set aside some of the coffee and chilled it in anticipation of combining it with nonfat Greek yogurt, a banana, cinnamon, nutmeg and ground flax seed for a morning smoothie with a caffeine kick. Why not consume some lean protein and fiber while getting your morning jolt?

My husband and I were curious to try Seattle's Best Coffee when they sent me a bag of ground beans. Coffee is such a personal thing, and most coffee lovers are fiercely loyal to their favorite brand. But trying a new brand in this case is risk-free because Seattle's Best Coffee has a "great taste guarantee". If you don't like their coffee, you can get your money back.

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We brewed a pot, poured it into our favorite "day off" mugs (we've had these mugs for about 18 years, and only use them on days when we're not working...our little ritual) and took some slurps.

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The coffee was bold, just the way we like it, and smooth as can be. In fact, it's the kind of brew that we could happily wake up to every morning. And who knew that it could make an amazing smoothie, too?! Of course, you don't have to drink your coffee black for it to taste good. Dress it up however you like...with sugar, flavored creamers, Irish whiskey (okay, maybe not first thing in the morning).

How to make this coffee banana smoothie recipe:

Place all of the ingredients in a heavy-duty blender - one that can crush ice. This is the one (affiliate) that I used for this recipe.

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Blend until smooth. Serve.

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Healthy Coffee Banana Smoothie Recipe

Whip up an easy banana and yogurt smoothie, with a kick of coffee. Protein, fiber and caffein? There's your morning jolt! 126 calories and 4 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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Course: Beverages

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Healthy Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 Servings

Calories: 126.1kcal

Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

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Weight Watchers Points: 4 (Freestyle SmartPoints), 3 (Points+)

Nutrition

Serving: 8Ounces | Calories: 126.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 21.4g | Protein: 9.2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 3.3mg | Sodium: 34.2mg | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 13.1g

Tried this recipe?If you make this recipe, I'd love to see it on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find it.

Disclosure: This blog post is part of a paid SocialMoms and Seattle’s Best Coffee blogging program. The opinions and ideas expressed here are my own. I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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  1. Kate

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    I didn’t like this. Found it an odd and off-putting mixture of flavors and textures. I like all the ingredients and use them in other smoothies but this recipe just isn’t for me.

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  2. Shannon Holmes

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    This is delicious! I loved the addition of flax seed, nutmeg and cinnamon. I used instant coffee (all I have on hand) and unsweetened plain almond milk (instead of the chilled coffee), about 1 tsp. vanilla and frozen bananas. I also used plain sugar to sweeten (all I had on hand). This is a great recipe. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  3. Teemun Store

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    I love the recipe, thank you!

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  4. Kenny

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    This was SO good! I just finished mine and cannot wait to make another to take to work with me tomorrow. Thanks so much for this recipe! I added some ground flax seed to mine for extra fiber

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  5. Chelle Thompson

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    I would not have thought about combining banana and coffee in a smoothie, but I imagine (now I have thought about it) that it is pretty yummy……. cold, very cold or hot! May just have to whizz one up! x

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FAQs

Is coffee and banana shake good combination? ›

It is well-balanced and it contains the right ingredients to keep you fulfilled for a long time. And the combination of the ingredients makes it creamy, rich, and flavorful. This coffee banana milkshake is very nutritious.

Is it safe to put coffee in smoothie? ›

yes, it would, but the texture and taste might not be so good. alternatively, you can make strong coffee and use that instead of water to add to your smoothie. that would take care of the texture. taste, you'll have to adjust your ingredients.

Is it OK to put bananas in smoothies? ›

The study's lead author agrees. “Bananas remain a great fruit,” Ottaviani said. “You can still use them for smoothies. The important thing is to have a balanced diet.”

Can you blend coffee grounds in a smoothie? ›

Can you add coffee grounds to a smoothie? Absolutely! Although you want to make sure it's finely ground or the smoothie will be gritty. Freshly ground coffee, or espresso, is packed with antioxidants and caffeine so you don't need much to get the boost you usually get from the brewed version.

What does coffee and banana do to your body? ›

The caffeine in the coffee will block the absorption of some of the banana's potassium. In addition, drinking coffee with a banana will cause your body to excrete more calcium. So while you'll get some nutritional benefits from eating them together, you won't be getting the most out of either food.

Can you mix banana and coffee? ›

How to Make Banana Coffee. Add 2 frozen ripe bananas and 1 cup cold coffee to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass and start sipping.

What to avoid when making smoothies? ›

Be it maple syrup, honey, agave, coconut sugar, or any other form of added sugar, too much sweetener is where many smoothies go astray. Other added sugars may come in the form of plant-based milks (sometimes even in original varieties) and flavored yogurts.

What should you not put in a smoothie? ›

3 Common Ingredients to NOT put into your smoothie
  1. MILK. Let's begin with one of the most common ingredients people put in, milk. Do you add this? ...
  2. SUGAR. Stop adding sugar. A common ingredient to add to smoothie is fruit, so you adding plenty of sweetness and you don't need to add any more sugar. ...
  3. ICE.
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What not to do with smoothies? ›

5 Common Mistakes That Make Your Smoothie Less Healthy
  1. Mistake 1: Adding Too Much Fruit.
  2. Mistake 2: Forgoing Portion Control.
  3. Mistake 3: Overdoing the Sugar.
  4. Mistake 4: Forgetting Your Food Groups.
  5. Mistake 5: Storing Too Long.

What not to mix with bananas? ›

Here Are 4 Foods You Must Avoid Pairing With Bananas:
  • Banana with milk: According to Ayurveda, banana is acidic in nature, while milk is sweet. ...
  • Banana with red meat: Banana contains purine, which makes it easy to digest. ...
  • Banana with baked goods: ...
  • Banana with citrus fruits:
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Is it better to use frozen bananas in smoothies? ›

People freeze bananas for smoothies because frozen bananas add a creamy texture and natural sweetness to the smoothie, making it thicker and more enjoyable to drink. Additionally, freezing bananas also helps to preserve their freshness, as they can be stored in the freezer for several months.

What fruits should not be mixed together in a smoothie? ›

For those who want to consume smoothies with bananas, or other high PPO activity fruits and vegetables such as beet greens, the suggestion is to not combine them with flavanol-rich fruits such as berries, grapes and cocoa.

How much coffee grounds to add to smoothie? ›

Coffee Bean Smoothie
  1. 1/2 frozen banana.
  2. 1 Tbsp coffee grounds.
  3. 3/4 c unsweetened almond milk.
  4. 1 Tbsp peanut butter.
  5. 1 Tbsp chia seeds.
  6. 1 scoop vanilla protein (~25 g protein)
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Is coffee or a smoothie better in the morning? ›

If you are going for a workout that morning, you're best having a smoothie first to start digesting sooner. If you aren't working out, it doesn't really matter nutritionally as long as they're spaced out.”

Can you blend coffee in a blender? ›

Using a blender is one of the easiest ways to grind your beans to a good consistency at home, when a coffee grinder isn't available. Some blenders may have a 'grind' setting built into them, which makes this even easier. If yours doesn't, the 'pulse' setting is your best bet at creating a consistent grind.

Can I add coffee in banana milkshake? ›

This Banana Coffee Milkshake would be perfect for a hot summer afternoon! It only requires 4 ingredients: brewed coffee, frozen banana, ice cream, and milk. I'm so excited to have some nicer weather in the forecast for the coming weeks.

Can we drink coffee and fruits together? ›

Is eating fruits while drinking coffee unhealthy? - Quora. Eating fruits while drinking coffee is generally not unhealthy, and in fact, it can be a part of a balanced diet. Both coffee and fruits offer various health benefits, and their consumption can complement each other when done mindfully.

What fruit goes well with coffee? ›

Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, apricots, and even plums, lend themselves as the perfect companion to your cup of coffee. Since berries and other fruits tend to be on the sweeter side, you'll get the best experience when pairing these with a sweeter coffee.

Can we eat fruits and coffee together? ›

If you're looking to pair your coffee with something light and nutritious, fruit is the way to go. However, it's important to note that not all fruits pair well with coffee, and some fruits can completely destroy the flavor of your morning cup of Joe.

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