Coffee Smoothie – A healthy protein-packed smoothie filled with the flavors of coffee and vanilla.
Hello there! Today I’m bringing you a recipe for a protein-packed smoothie that tastes like a vanilla latte (yum!). And since it’s the end of the month I’m also sharing some links for my Around My Table month end feature.
Coffee Smoothie
This smoothie is my new favorite! It is thick and creamy and filled with the flavors of coffee and vanilla.
The coffee flavor comes from espresso powder and coffee yogurt. The vanilla flavor comes from vanilla almond milk, vanilla protein powder, and a touch of vanilla extract.
This coffee smoothie provides just the right amount of caffeine to get you going in the morning or to get you through your afternoon slump. Plus, the protein will keep you full and satisfied for hours.
Now, grab yourself a drink (or a smoothie!) and pull up a chair. Let’s check out some scrumptious links from around the web:
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Vanilla Latte Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder or instant coffee powder I would guess a shot of espresso would work too. I haven't tried it.
- 1/4 cup coffee flavored yogurt I used Chobani Greek yogurt
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed ice
- Sweetener/sugar/honey to taste this is personal preference
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
If desired, you can top with a bit of whipped cream.
This looks like a way better option than any mocha-frappa-monstrosity from You Know Where. Also, I had no idea there was such a thing as coffee yogurt! I will definitely have to look for that.
Yes, coffee yogurt is a thing – get yourself some, you’ll love it! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
Such a better option than the typical latte, love that it’s a smoothie and coffee drink in one!
Just popping in to let you know I’ve included your recipe for Vanilla Latte Protein Smoothie in my round-up of iced coffee recipes on Taste As You Go. Thanks for contributing!
Great! Thanks so much!
What brand of Vanilla protein is good? I’m not having any luck in finding a good one.
Hi Sandy. I use whey protein powder from Whole Foods (365 brand) or RAW Organic Protein Powder. Best of luck finding one that you like. I usually buy individual/single use packets until I find a brand that I enjoy.
Andrew Lessman has really good protein drinks. He has a coffee flavor that I really like. I order from HSN, but he has a website also.
This looks delicious. Do you know how many calories are in each serving?
Hi Phyllis. I calculated approximately 184 calories per serving not including the protein powder (that calorie count will vary by brand) or any additional sweetener.
Any suggestions instead of banana? I’ve tried so hard to like the banana taste and it fails every time! 🙁
Hi, Holly! The banana is not necessary, I just like the creaminess that it adds. You can leave it out and add a little ice to help thicken it.
I made this this evening to have for a morning munchie, we did not have coffee flavored yogurt. So I just used vanilla yogurt. I’m sure that will be fine if I do everything else the same I’m assuming?
Yes! It will be fine.
This was delicious! Thanks for the recipe
I’m so glad that you liked it! Thanks for stopping by!
That smoothie looks amazing! Definitely more appealing than a regular latte. Great idea!
Smoothies are one of my favorite ways to start the day. Along with coffee. So I’m happy to see a smoothie which puts both of my morning routines right into one tasty drink. Thanks!
Yummy! I love the idea of using coffee flavored yogurt in a smoothie – especially when it’s added into a smoothie with even more coffee. I need to make this some morning very soon!
Yum! Vanilla Latte protein-packed smoothie sounds soo good. Thank you!
Looks so good and packed with nutrient. Homemade smoothies are better than store-bought!
Can you use plain protein powder? And is there a way to not use yogurt? Can I use coffee almond milk. And ice and protein powder, vanilla a bit of honey? Or would that be gross??
I like the thickness the yogurt adds, but you can definitely leave it out. You can make the changes you suggested, just adjust it to suit your taste. Enjoy!
This smoothie looks so nice. Perfect for breakfast. Lovely recipe, Allison!