Coffee Chia Protein Smoothie Recipe
A creamy, energizing smoothie that mixes coffee with chia seeds, providing protein, fiber, and a delightful taste to kickstart your day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- ½ banana frozen for creaminess
- ½ cup almond milk or any milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional
- Ice cubes to desired thickness
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Ensure your coffee is cooled and all ingredients are within arm's reach.
- Mix Chia: In a bowl, combine chia seeds with ½ cup of water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
- Blend Base: In a blender, add the cooled coffee, thickened chia, protein powder, frozen banana, and almond milk.
- Sweeten Up: If you prefer a sweeter flavor, add honey or maple syrup to the mix.
- Add Ice: Toss in some ice cubes to get your smoothie to the desired thickness.
- Blend Smooth: Blend on high until smooth and creamy, with no chia seed clumps.
- Pour and Serve: Pour your vibrant smoothie into a glass and marvel at your morning masterpiece.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Calcium: 15%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin C: 5%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Potassium: 10%