This delicious creamy mocha smoothie is a cool twist on your morning coffee. Combining espresso with nutritious ingredients like bananas, rolled oats, and cocoa powder makes the perfect breakfast or afternoon treat. While banana and coffee might seem like a strange combination, I promise the sweet creaminess of the bananas balance perfectly with the bitterness of coffee.
This coffee and chocolate smoothie recipe is made from simple ingredients and totally gives mocha frappuccino vibes. It can be made in minutes which is perfect for busy mornings. This easy smoothie is a great option for getting a boost of caffeine in a delicious way.
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Ingredient Notes
This recipe uses simple ingredients. This smoothie can easily be made vegan and gluten free with ingredient swaps.
- Milk - Use your milk of choice. Either regular milk or non-dairy milk will work fine. I like to use almond milk for a little extra protein.
- Rolled oats - Adds protein and fiber to the smoothie.
- Bananas (fresh or frozen) - This is what makes the smoothie so creamy. Using frozen banana will make the smoothie thicker.
- Unsweetened Cocoa powder - For that rich chocolate taste. You can use your favorite brand. Cacao powder would work fine too.
- Sugar - I like to make this with coconut sugar, but white sugar or brown sugar will work fine. You could even use honey or maple syrup if you prefer.
- Vanilla extract - Adds a delicious sweet flavor to balance the bitter coffee and cocoa powder.
- Espresso - A couple of espresso shots add a nice boost of caffeine to this smoothie. If you don't have an espresso maker, you can use instant espresso powder or a strong brewed regular coffee. Cold brew coffee works great too!
- Ice cubes - To create the perfect smoothie consistency.
See the recipe card below for the full ingredient list with quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Add a couple of scoops of your favorite protein powder to make this smoothie more filling.
- Add 2-3 Tablespoons of your favorite nut butter for some healthy fats and added protein.
- Add in your favorite greek yogurt for an even creamier texture.
- Amp up the chocolate flavor by using chocolate milk or chocolate almond milk in place of regular milk.
- Turn this into a dessert treat with a couple of scoops of ice cream!
- Add chia seeds for more fiber and an extra cream texture.
- More coffee flavor - Freeze leftover coffee in an ice cube tray and use your coffee ice cubes to add more coffee flavor.
- Garnish with mini chocolate chips, cocoa nibs or coffee beans.
How to Make a Mocha Smoothie
This creamy chocolate coffee smoothie is incredibly simple to make. It takes less than 5 minutes! There are just two steps to make this delicious smoothie:
- Add the smoothie ingredients into a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. (You can adjust the amount of milk to reach your preferred consistency)
Storage
This creamy mocha smoothie recipe serves 2 – 4 people. If you have any leftovers that you would like to store, pour it into airtight jars and keep them in the refrigerator for 1 - 2 days.
Alternatively, you can freeze the jars for up to 3 months. When you are ready to eat the frozen smoothie, take it out of the freezer to thaw for a few minutes until it is a drinkable consistency.
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Recipe
Creamy Mocha Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Ice Cubes
- 1 Cup Milk use milk of choice
- 2 Frozen Bananas
- ¼ Cup Rolled Oats
- 2 shots Espresso or strongly brewed coffee
- 2 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 Tablespoon Sugar
Instructions
- Place all the smoothie ingredients in a blender.1 Cup Ice Cubes, 1 Cup Milk, 2 Frozen Bananas, ¼ Cup Rolled Oats, 2 shots Espresso, 2 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder, 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract, 1 Tablespoon Sugar
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thinner consistency add a splash more milk.
- Once happy with the consistency, pour the smoothie into serving glasses and enjoy!
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