Banana Cinnamon Coffee Smoothie with Cacao Nibs
A vegan smoothie blending banana, cinnamon, coffee, and cacao nibs into a creamy, energizing breakfast drink with a chocolatey crunch.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas peeled and sliced
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee chilled
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cacao nibs
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional for sweetness
- Ice cubes 5–6, optional for thicker texture
Instructions
- Brew coffee and let it chill—no one likes watery smoothies.
- Slice bananas and toss into blender.
- Add chilled coffee, almond milk, cinnamon, maple syrup, and half the cacao nibs.
- Drop in ice cubes for creaminess.
- Blend until smooth and luscious.
- Pour into glasses, top with remaining cacao nibs for crunch, sip like you’re starring in your own café commercial.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 245
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Potassium: 16%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 7%
- Vitamin C: 8%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Freeze bananas overnight for a thicker shake-like texture.
- Pulse in cacao nibs at the end if you like extra crunch.
- Add cocoa powder for double chocolate drama.
- Garnish with cinnamon dust for Instagram flair.