This coffee smoothie recipe is a great way to use up a cup of coffee that went cold while you were busy or distracted. Use regular or decaf coffee in this recipe. You’re in charge of the caffeine level! Cold brew coffee is perfect for this, if you keep it in the fridge. For even more coffee flavor, pour your leftover coffee into an ice cube tray and let it freeze overnight. You can add the coffee ice cubes to your smoothie for an extra boost.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Medjool dates are the perfect sweetener for this smoothie because they add a caramel-like flavor. Use ones that are soft and squishy for the best results. If you don’t have dates on hand, you can use a tablespoon of maple syrup or honey, instead. Or try a frozen banana, if you don’t mind a banana flavor with your coffee. Almond milk, hemp hearts (which are hulled hemp seeds), and a spoonful of almond butter help make the smoothie creamy and filling. If you need a nut-free recipe, use oat milk, coconut milk, or any other plant-based milk you love. This recipe is dairy-free as written, but you can use regular milk if you prefer. For a thicker texture, you can swap the hemp hearts for chia seeds, flaxseed meal, or a couple of tablespoons of rolled oats. Or, add a scoop of protein powder or collagen peptides to make it more filling. It’s easy to customize!
How to Make the Best Coffee Smoothie
Use your fingers to split the dates in half and remove the pits. The dates should be soft and squishy for the best results. In a high-speed blender, combine the pitted dates, coffee, almond milk, almond butter, and hemp hearts. Secure the lid and blend until the dates are pulverized. Taste the mixture and make sure you like the flavor. For more sweetness, you can add an extra date and blend again. Once the liquid tastes delicious, add a cup of ice cubes and blend again. This will create a slushy texture, like a blended coffee drink you’d buy at a coffee shop. Keep in mind that the ice will dilute the flavor slightly, so don’t add too much. For extra coffee flavor, use a few frozen coffee ice cubes instead of regular ones. Once the smoothie is slushy, serve it right away for the best flavor and texture. Looking for more healthy smoothie recipes? Try my Apple Smoothie, Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie, or Chocolate Banana Protein Shake for more ideas. If you try this Coffee Smoothie recipe, please leave a comment and star rating below letting me know how you like it.
