Caramel Coffee Protein Smoothie Recipe
moka coffee pot
A sweet, indulgent smoothie that blends caramel, coffee, and protein to kickstart your day with a delicious twist.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Servings 1 serving
Calories 400 kcal
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
- ½ cup almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 banana preferably frozen
- Ice cubes optional
- Whipped cream for topping, optional
Brew Coffee: Start by brewing a strong cup of coffee and let it cool completely.
Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add the cooled coffee, protein powder, caramel sauce, almond milk, and banana.
Add Ice (Optional): For a chilled version, toss in a handful of ice cubes.
Blend Until Smooth: Blend everything together until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more caramel if desired.
Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Calcium: 15%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin B12: 20%
- Potassium: 8%
- Vitamin C: 6%
Notes/Tips:
For an extra kick, sprinkle some sea salt on top of the whipped cream. It’s the perfect complement to that luscious caramel. Enjoy this indulgence guilt-free, because you're working out later, right?