Salted Caramel Coffee Smoothie with Hazelnut
This luxurious vegan smoothie mixes salted caramel, espresso, and hazelnut with dairy-free milk for a rich, creamy, and energy-packed treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brewed coffee or espresso cooled
- 1 frozen banana for thick, creamy vibes
- 1 tbsp vegan salted caramel sauce
- 2 tbsp hazelnuts lightly roasted if you're fancy
- 1 cup almond or hazelnut milk unsweetened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional, but elegant
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder for that mocha magic
- Pinch sea salt because duh
- 5 ice cubes chilled but never cold-hearted
Instructions
- Brew strong coffee and let it cool. Sip some if needed.
- Toss frozen banana, coffee, caramel sauce, hazelnuts, and cocoa powder into your blender.
- Add your dairy-free milk of choice. Almond or hazelnut? Up to your current mood.
- Sprinkle in the sea salt and vanilla if you're feeling extra.
- Drop in ice cubes. Blend until smooth and extra creamy.
- Pour it into your favorite glass. Add a drizzle of caramel or chopped hazelnuts. Pretend you’re on a cooking show.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 195
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving):
- Magnesium: 14%
- Calcium: 13%
- Potassium: 18%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin B6: 8%
Additional Notes / Tips:
- Toast hazelnuts beforehand for that deep, roasted glow-up.
- For a thicker texture, use a second banana—then call it a smoothie bowl.
- Add a scoop of vegan protein if you're pretending to be a gym person.
- Want a stronger coffee kick? Use cold brew cubes instead of regular ice.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, because we both know you’re extra.