This Iced Mocha Hazelnut Protein Smoothie is the sassy best friend your mornings didn’t know they needed. It’s cold, bold, and caffeinated enough to handle your Monday face. The mocha hits like motivation in liquid form, while hazelnut whispers “luxury” with every sip. Packed with plant-based protein, it fuels your glow-up, not your guilt. It’s vegan, frosty, and dangerously delicious — like dessert disguised as productivity. Blend it, pour it, sip it, and suddenly you’re that woman — the one who “just whips up smoothies” while handling life like a caffeinated goddess. Your blender deserves applause.
Iced Mocha Hazelnut Protein Smoothie
A creamy, refreshing Iced Mocha Hazelnut Protein Smoothie that combines coffee, chocolate, and hazelnut in a protein-rich vegan masterpiece.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
- 1 shot espresso or 1 tsp instant coffee + ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp hazelnut butter
- 1 scoop vegan chocolate protein powder
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 3 –4 ice cubes
- 1 tsp maple syrup optional
Toppings (optional):
- Crushed hazelnuts
- Cocoa powder sprinkle
- Vegan whipped cream
Instructions
- Add to Blender: Combine banana, almond milk, espresso, hazelnut butter, protein powder, cocoa, and ice cubes.
- Blend Away: Blend until smooth, frosty, and mood-boosting.
- Taste & Adjust: Add maple syrup if you like extra sweetness.
- Serve Cold: Pour into a glass, top with crushed hazelnuts or whipped cream if you’re feeling dramatic.
- Sip Proudly: Enjoy your energizing creation — multitasking has never tasted this fabulous.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 405
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 21%
- Iron: 18%
- Magnesium: 22%
- Potassium: 26%
- Vitamin E: 14%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Freeze leftover espresso in cubes to make it extra strong and icy.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth and spice.
- Swap hazelnut butter with almond butter if that’s what’s hiding in your pantry.
- Top with cacao nibs for a fancy café vibe.
- Pairs perfectly with chaotic mornings and questionable life decisions.
