The Best Creamy Coffee Smoothie for Breakfast (Healthy & Easy)

A silky morning blend for a creamy coffee smoothie

This recipe yields a rich, drinkable breakfast that balances brewed coffee, banana, and creamy elements for a smooth, satisfying sip that replaces a heavier meal.

If you like fruit-forward breakfast drinks, see related fruit smoothie ideas for complementary pairings.

Ingredients and measurements for one serving

• 1 cup cold brewed coffee or strong chilled espresso concentrate
• 1 frozen banana (for natural creaminess and body)
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free cream
• 1/4 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, or whole milk)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, adjust to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to round flavor

Use a high-speed blender and, if you prefer compact appliances, check Nutribullet smoothie recipes for tips on blending frozen ingredients into ultra-creamy textures.

Step-by-step preparation for maximum creaminess

1. Combine coffee, frozen banana, Greek yogurt (or coconut milk), milk, sweetener, vanilla, and salt in the blender. Keep ingredients cold to avoid dilution from melting ice.
2. Start on low to combine, then increase to high and blend 30–45 seconds until velvety. Pause and scrape the sides once if needed.
3. Adjust sweetness and consistency: add 1–2 tablespoons milk if too thick, or an extra frozen slice of banana if you want it thicker and creamier.
4. If you like leafy greens with your coffee, see simple swaps in the spinach smoothie recipes collection for green-boosted variations that still stay smooth.

Variations and add-ins that keep the texture creamy

Add 1 scoop protein powder or 1 tablespoon nut butter for extra body without graininess. For a mocha twist, blend in 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder and reduce coffee by 2 tablespoons. Use silken tofu for a vegan protein boost that preserves creaminess.

Freeze brewed coffee into cubes to blend without watering down the smoothie.

Tips that preserve the “best” creamy mouthfeel

Use frozen banana rather than ice to avoid icy shards. Layer ingredients—liquid first, frozen last—to help blades circulate and emulsify. Taste before topping; a small pinch of fine salt amplifies coffee flavor and smoothness. For the silkest finish, strain through a fine-mesh sieve only if you prefer an ultra-fine texture, otherwise serve unstrained to keep the full-bodied mouthfeel.

Conclusion

This cream-forward coffee smoothie makes a quick, satisfying breakfast or on-the-go pick-me-up; for a protein-forward alternative, try the Coffee Protein Shake Recipe – All the Healthy Things. For another tested high-protein coffee smoothie variation, see the Good Morning Coffee Smoothie (high-protein) | Ambitious Kitchen.