bits + bites
Katie Kelly
This coffee banana smoothie with almond milk is such a quick and easy breakfast on the go. It is super filling and will keep you energized all morning long.
Banana - I definitely recommend using frozen bananas in this smoothie. Since it is the only fruit, you'll want to make sure that it's frozen to give you that smoothie consistency. Spinach - Spinach is so flavorless, I add it to everything I can and always add it to smoothies. Oatmeal - I use rolled oats in all of my smoothies, steel-cut oats are just too pebble-like to make for decent smoothie use. And yes, you can put raw oats into your smoothie! Coffee - If you don't have cold brew, be sure to let your freshly brewed coffee chill in the fridge for about 10-15 minutes before making your smoothie. Almond Milk - This is my preferred milk, but you can use whatever milk you like to use or whatever milk you have in the fridge.
Did you add too much liquid to a smoothie? It's so easy to thicken a smoothie, here are some of my favorite ways. – Add more frozen banana – Add ice cubes – Add more spinach Those three hacks will do the trick if you're smoothie is a bit too runny.
What are some additions or substitutions for this coffee smoothie? Protein Powder - If you want an added bit of protein, feel free to add your favorite chocolate or vanilla protein powder. Flaxseed - Ground flaxseed is similar to spinach for me, I add it to anything and everything I can. It's high in Omega-3s and rich in fiber, just to name a couple of health benefits of flaxseed. Milk of Choice - If almond milk isn't your thing, feel free to use whatever milk you prefer!