Mocha Java Smoothie Recipe

Start your day with this energizing Mocha Java Smoothie! Inspired by Ellie Krieger's "So Easy" cookbook, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings. Creamy, chocolatey, and subtly caffeinated, it's a delicious and healthy way to fuel your teen (or yourself!). We've tweaked the recipe for optimal blending – smaller frozen banana chunks are key! This recipe makes two generous servings, easily tripled for larger crowds.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 149.1 kcal

Protein 13g

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Ingredients for Mocha Java Smoothie

2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instant Espresso Powder
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup boiling water
Nonfat Milk
2 ripe bananas, peeled, sliced and frozen (pre-cutting into smaller chunks recommended)
1 cup ice cubes

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How to Make Mocha Java Smoothie

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons espresso powder, and 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder.
Gradually add 1/2 cup boiling water, whisking constantly until the mixture is completely smooth and dissolved.
Add the coffee mixture, 2 frozen bananas (pre-cut into smaller chunks), 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), and 1 cup ice to a blender.
Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. If using a less powerful blender, you may need to stop and scrape down the sides a few times.
(Optional) For an even smoother texture, partially blend the ingredients (excluding ice) and refrigerate overnight. Add ice and blend again in the morning.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mocha Java Smoothie?

Mocha Java Smoothie takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mocha Java Smoothie?

Mocha Java Smoothie has approximately 149.1 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mocha Java Smoothie?

The key ingredients for Mocha Java Smoothie are Sugar, Instant Espresso Powder, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Boiling Water, Nonfat Milk, Bananas. See the full list with measurements above.