If your mornings don’t truly start until coffee, this Coffee Smoothie Bowl is about to become your favorite breakfast. It’s thick, creamy, and tastes like a comforting latte, but it packs 28 grams of protein to actually keep you full and energized.
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 5 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 1
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 337 kcals and 28 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Frozen banana, brewed coffee, vanilla protein powder, coconut milk, and vanilla extract.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and vegan. Can be made paleo also.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: It tastes like an iced coffee dessert but delivers serious protein, making it a perfect energizing breakfast without the dairy.
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Simplify busy mornings with this 5-ingredient coffee protein smoothie bowl that comes together in just five minutes. It’s high in protein, completely dairy-free, and made with protein powder and brewed coffee for a bold, latte-like flavor that actually keeps you full. It’s energizing without being overwhelming, kinda like this coffee fudge, just in breakfast form.
As a mom, this is one I make on repeat, using regular or even decaf coffee depending on the day. It gives me that comforting coffee flavor while still delivering real fuel, similar to my coffee protein shake recipe when I need something quick. If you’re curious why this combo works so well, you can learn more about the benefits of taking in more protein and why starting your day this way makes such a difference.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
Easy to make: You only need 5 ingredients for the high-protien smoothie bowl to come together.
Customizable: There are so many ways to make this smoothie unique to your personal preference based on add-ins, substitutions, or toppings!
Flavorful: For anyone who loves black coffee or a decadent latte, this smoothie bowl recipe will be right up your alley.
Healthy: With 28 grams of protein, dairy-free, gluten-free, paleo (if needed), and vegan, this coffee smoothie hits all the boxes.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Brewed coffee: Know that both decaf and regular coffee will work, but if you’re using decaf, I would brew it longer and stronger as it tends to be weaker, and you want the coffee flavor to shine through.
- Coconut milk: You want coconut milk from a can (learn the types of coconut milk) because it adds a rich, dairy-free texture. It’s actually one of my favorite dairy-free swaps and works in tropical smoothies like a papaya smoothie bowl, too.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
- Paleo coffee smoothie: To make this smoothie bowl paleo-approved, use a beef-based protein powder (which is what I have personally swithced to) or use high-quality collagen powder for the protein. I’d add in 1-2 dates if you use collagen to balance out the sweetener a bit.
- Mocha: For a darker color and a hint of chocolate, add in a tablespoon of cacao powder.
- Frappuccino-like: Once the smoothie is made, portion it as a smoothie or a bowl and top it with coconut whipped cream and dairy-free chocolate ganache or coconut milk caramel sauce.
- Coffee: Use a specialty coffee like French vanilla to adjust the taste of the smoothie bowl.
How To Make A Coffee Smoothie Bowl
Step 1: Add all ingredients to a blender with the ice going in last.
Step 2: Blend until completely smooth.
Step 3: Portion into a bowl.
Step 4: Top with your favorites and enjoy.
Expert Tips To Make It
Frozen bananas are what help make this smoothie bowl creamy, just like frozen peaches in this turmeric protein shake with ginger. Learn more about the tips for building smoothies. Fresh banana will work, but it won’t be as thick.
Depending on your blender, you may need a splash of almond milk or a bit more coffee. Try not to add too much, though, or it’ll be a pretty runny texture.
Your coffee doesn’t have to be fully chilled, though it will help; it does have to at least be lukewarm.
Make the coffee protein smoothie paleo-approved by using one of the following protein pwoders:
- Paleo Pro: The most natural option, minimal ingredients, mixes like collagen, and works in everything. Not overly sweet, just simple and clean. Use code mamabear to save.
- Equip Protein: Best flavor by far (hello, cinnamon roll!), but it creates a slightly sticky texture, so it’s better for smoothies than baking. Use code mamabear to save when you try it.
How To Store It
Smoothie bowls always taste best when freshly made. However, you can make the recipe and pop it into a jar and store it in the fridge for 24 hours.
When you need it, give the jar a good shake. It won’t be thick or creamy, but it’ll still be delicious.
Make it in advance: Meal prep your coffee protein shake by adding all the ingredients except the coffee into a plastic baggie. Pop it in the freezer. When you’re ready for it, bang it on the counter to break it up a bit, pop it in the blender with the coffee, and process.
Need more help meal prepping? Check out the Rise and Chill Breakfast E-Book. It brings you 26 high-protein, meal prep breakfasts + a 5-day quick start guide that helps take the chaos out of busy mornings.
Coffee Smoothie Bowl FAQs
Greek yogurt would be a good replacement for the banana and still leave your smoothie bowl with a delicious texture.
Adding some extra ice will help thicken the texture, though you do need a powerful blender. Likewise, a bit of extra banana, avocado, or Greek yogurt can help.
Yes, you can put coffee in a smoothie, and when mixed with bananas or dates, it will create a delicious, latte-like flavor.
s bowls when made with minimal sugars and packed with protein are a great addition to a healthy diet. They help take in a lot of nutrients at once that you may not get in otherwise.
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Coffee Smoothie Bowl (High-Protein)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Frozen banana
- ⅓ cup Vegan protein powder vanilla
- 3 Tablespoons Coconut milk
- ⅓ cup Brewed coffee chilled
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 ice cubes
Instructions
- In a powerful blender, add all the ingredients with the ice and bananas going in last.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a bowl and top with your favorites.
Notes
- Beef protein powder: My personal favorite. If you use Equip protein, the smoothie will be sweeter but thicker. If you use Paleo Pro Protein, the smoothie is as close to natural as it gets. Code "mamabear" on both will save you some money.
- Vegan protein powder: If you're using a pea-based protein powder, the smoothie will have a thicker texture, and if using a fermented protein, you'll probably have to add extra liquid. Vegan proteins aren't always sweet, so adjust the turmeric shake as needed.
- Egg white protein powder: This will froth your smoothie up a lot.
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Shelby S says
This is just what I need in the mornings to get my coffee fix!