Healthy Recipe: Caffeine Buzz Mocha Smoothie

Recipe by Becky Duffett | Photo by Erin Kunkel

You crushed your morning workout. You have 10 minutes to grab something before running out the door. You really want a smoothie. You desperately need coffee. If only there were a way to put those two things together. This recipe is here for all your caffeine needs.Cold brew concentrateis the secret ingredient, giving you energy without diluting your drink. Plus, you know you need chocolate.

INGREDIENTS

1 banana, preferably frozen, peeled and broken in chunks
½ cup (4 oz/125 g) low-fat Greek yogurt
¼ cup (2 fl oz/60 ml) unsweetened almond milk
¼ cup (2 fl oz/60 ml) cold brew coffee concentrate
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 ice cubes

INSTRUCTIONS

In a high-speed blender, combine the banana, yogurt, almond milk, cold brew, cocoa, vanilla, and ice cubes. Blend on high speed until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender once or twice.

Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and serve cold.

Makes 1 serving

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories 240
Protein 15 g
Total fat 4 g
Saturated fat 2 g
Carbs 39 g
Fiber 5 g
Total sugars 23 g
Added sugars 0 g
Sodium 90 mg

This article is not intended to substitute for informed medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or condition. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, altering your sleep habits, taking supplements, or starting a new fitness routine.

Becky Duffett

Becky Duffett is a contributing nutrition editor for Fitbit and a lifestyle writer with a passion for eating well. A former Williams-Sonoma cookbook editor and graduate of San Francisco Cooking School, she's edited dozens of cookbooks and countless recipes. City living has turned her into a spin addict-but she'd still rather be riding a horse. She lives in the cutest neighborhood in San Francisco, spending weekends at the farmers' market, trying to read at the bakery, and roasting big dinners for friends.