COLD BREW COFFEE SMOOTHIE

Every year, to kick off January, I like to share a recipe to help jump-start one of the most popular new year’s resolutions: eating healthier.

An easy gateway to that is smoothies. They’re quick, completely customizable and great for on the go.

This breakfast smoothie combines just five ingredients, creating an all-in-one concoction that’ll have you bypassing your morning coffee stop.

Cold brew coffee (in ice cube and liquid form), a banana, protein powder and milk are blended into a creamy, caffeinated and nutritious smoothie.

Delicious and refreshing, it’s the perfect way to begin your day. And I’ve said before, if you start your morning with a healthy breakfast choice, you tend to stick with healthier options throughout your day.

Bursting with java flavor, its boost of energy and protein also make this an ideal post-workout smoothie or afternoon pick-me-up.

Be sure to have an ice cube tray on hand, and make your cold brew cubes the night before you plan on making your smoothie.

For a thicker smoothie consistency, slice and freeze the banana, too.

Cold brew coffee can be found in the refrigerated coffee and juice aisle. I used Starbucks black, unsweetened cold brew, which is sold in a large bottle. There’s a wide variety of flavored cold brew coffees, which can be used, as well.

COLD BREW COFFEE SMOOTHIE

INGREDIENTS:

6-8 cold brew coffee ice cubes

1/2 cup cold brew coffee

1/2 cup milk of choice

1 banana

2 tablespoons protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)

DIRECTIONS:

Add all ingredients into blender and blend until smooth.