This Mocha Smoothie is extra creamy and super easy to make, and it can be served as both a breakfast and a healthy dessert! You can add protein to it to make it more filling or top it with whipped cream and chocolate sauce to make it extra fancy!
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Why This Recipe Works
Coffee milkshake - If you're a fan of iced coffee, you'll love this smoothie! The frozen banana almost makes it taste like a coffee milkshake without any ice cream! If you want a decaf version, you can either use decaf espresso or try this Chocolate Banana Smoothie instead!
The perfect flavor combo - Chocolate and coffee go perfectly together and the flavors really work in this smoothie. You'll feel like you're eating a dessert at breakfast!
Versatile - You can add protein powder to the smoothie and serve it as a light breakfast or you can top it with whipped cream and chocolate sauce to turn it into a dessert or a delicious snack!
Ingredients
- Banana - Frozen banana is ideal here to make the smoothie extra creamy with a milkshake-like texture.
- Espresso - Freshly brewed espresso adds the best flavor but you can use regular brewed coffee, cold brew coffee, or French press.
- Cacao - Both raw cacao powder and cocoa powder work great!
- Almond milk - I recommend almond milk for this smoothie but you can use any dairy-free milk you like (oat milk is great too) or whole milk if you prefer.
- Yogurt - I used non-dairy coconut yogurt but Greek yogurt or any other yogurt you like works. If you don't have yogurt, add an extra splash of milk.
- Medjool dates - The smoothie is sweetened with soft Medjool dates. You can also use maple syrup if you prefer.
Variations and Substitutions
- No yogurt - If you don't have any yogurt on hand, you can add an extra splash of milk or leave it out for a thicker smoothie.
- Decaf - Use decaf espresso or decaf coffee if you're avoiding caffeine.
- Regular coffee - If you don't have an espresso maker, you can use regular strong brewed coffee, cold brew, or French press instead.
- Chocolate syrup - To up the sweetness and chocolate flavor you can add some homemade chocolate sauce. You can also use it as a sweetener instead of dates. I like to also drizzle it on top to make the smoothie extra fancy!
- Sweetener - You can skip adding any sweetener if you want to keep the smoothie lower in sugar. Dates, maple syrup, brown sugar, or stevia are all great options.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Into a high-speed blender add frozen banana, medjool dates, espresso, almond milk, yogurt, cacao powder, protein powder, vanilla extract, and cinnamon if using.
- Blend on high until smooth.
- Serve in 1-2 glasses and top with whipped cream if desired.
- Add a light sprinkle of turbinado sugar or a drizzle of chocolate syrup to make it extra special and enjoy!
Storing
This smoothie, just like any other one, is best served and consumed right away. If you do have any leftovers, store the smoothie in a glass jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
I don't recommend freezing the smoothie, the texture won't be as creamy once defrosted.
FAQs
Yes, use almond milk or any other dairy-free milk and a dairy-free yogurt. I like using coconut yogurt.
You can add strongly brewed coffee, cold brew coffee, or French press if you prefer.
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📖 Recipe
Mocha Smoothie
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 1x
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This Mocha Smoothie is extra creamy, super easy to make, and it can be served as both a breakfast or a healthy dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana
- 1-2 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1-2 shots espresso
- 1 cup almond milk
- ½ cup yogurt (I used coconut yogurt)
- 2 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa)
- 1 scoop protein powder (optional, I used unflavored)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Into a high-speed blender add frozen banana, medjool dates, espresso, almond milk, yogurt, cacao powder, protein powder, vanilla extract, and cinnamon if using.
- Blend on high until smooth.
- Serve in 1-2 glasses and top with whipped cream and a light sprinkle of turbinado sugar to make it extra special if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Sweetener: If you don’t have Medjool dates, you can also sweeten the smoothie with maple syrup, brown sugar, or skip the sweetener. Use a sugar-free sweetener if preferred.
Storing: The smoothie is best enjoyed right away but any leftovers can be stored in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 444
- Sugar: 36.5 g
- Sodium: 390.1 mg
- Fat: 13.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62.2 g
- Fiber: 10.9 g
- Protein: 31.1 g
Marta
I've been making this mocha smoothie for a couple of days as a replacement for my morning coffee and it's simply delectable! It's a great boost of energy.
veenaazmanov
Your recipe has all the nutritious and protein packed combinations. I would surely enjoy this smoothie perfect for a healthy breakfast.
Alexandra
I can never decide if I want to start my day with a smoothie or a coffee, and this delicious recipe has solved that dilemma! A wonderful drink, perfectly balanced flavours and a hint of sweetness - I love it.
Lauren Harris
I absolutely loved this mocha smoothie. Made it for breakfast a couple times this week and will definitely keep it on regular rotation now!
Kim
Delicious! I am a huge mocha fan and this smoothie hit the spot for a healthy alternative
Loreto and Nicoletta
This smoothie has everything we love
Cocoa, banana, espresso all whipped in a luscious creaminess. I like the idea of the protien. Great way to start the day deliciously and healthy! Great share. Looks so decadent! ❤️ 😍
Kathryn
This mocha smoothie is my new breakfast go-to! It's easy, love the flavors and is high in protein. Love it!!
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer
Talk about the perfect weekend smoothie! I served this for a holiday brunch and everyone raved over this recipe! I sent so many folks your link as it was the hit of the brunch!
Cathleen
This is my kind of smoothie! I have been looking into making more smoothies in the new year, and this recipe looks like the perfect one! Thanks so much for sharing :)
Lisa
You had me at breakfast and dessert! I love anything coffee and a smoothie is perfect in the morning, especially this one!