Description
These banana coffee drinks are a creamy, energizing twist on your usual iced latte. Blended with frozen banana, espresso, and milk, they’re naturally sweet, ultra-smooth, and perfect for busy mornings or warm afternoons. Whether you prefer bold espresso or mellow cold brew, this drink adapts to your taste with optional protein, nut butter, or cinnamon. It’s quick, refreshing, and totally crave-worthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 frozen banana (sliced into coins before freezing)
- 2 shots espresso (2 oz total)
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- 4–5 ice cubes
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of cinnamon
Cold Brew Version:
- 2 frozen bananas
- 1 cup cold brewed coffee
Instructions
- Add all base ingredients to a blender.
- Include any optional add-ins if using.
- Start with less milk and blend on high until smooth and thick.
- Adjust the texture by blending in extra milk or a few more ice cubes.
- For the cold brew version, swap espresso with 1 cup cold brew and blend with 2 bananas.
- Serve in a tall glass and sip it fresh.
Notes
- Banana prep tip: Slice and freeze bananas ahead of time for quick blending.
- Texture control: Start with less milk to keep the drink thick and creamy.
- Flavor twist: Add cinnamon or vanilla for a cozy café-style taste.
- Coffee choice: Espresso gives a bold kick, while cold brew is smoother and lighter.
- Protein boost: Great for post-workout or breakfast when paired with nut butter or protein powder.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg