Banana Coffee Protein Shake

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A glass of rich chocolate coffee smoothie topped with sliced banana and chia seeds is placed on a wooden surface. There is a spoon with chia seeds and a part of a banana in the background. MyFitnessPal Blog

If your breakfast usually includes coffee and a banana, why not combine the two (and more!) into this satisfying and wholesome smoothie? It’s perfect to prep the night before and grab in the morning as you’re headed out the door.

Banana Coffee Smoothie

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (244g) reduced fat milk
  • 1/2 cup (120g) water
  • 1/4 cup (20g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 banana, frozen
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
  • 1 tbsp flax seed, ground
  • 1 tsp instant coffee
  • 1 tsp cacao powder

Directions

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. If you want the drink thicker, add more oats and ice cubes.

Serves: 1 | Serving size: 1 smoothie

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 400; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 23mg; Sodium: 176mg; Carbohydrates: 49g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 21g; Protein: 28g

Originally published February 19, 2019; Updated January 2026

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