Peanut Butter Coffee Protein Shake

This peanut butter coffee protein shake combines my two favorite things: coffee and peanut butter. Made with four ingredients, roughly 29 grams of protein (depending on your preferred protein and plant-milk), and one less travel mug to carry out the door.

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• Peanut butter coffee protein shake ingredients
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• Substitutions
• Peanut butter coffee smoothie add-ins
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Peanut butter coffee protein shake ingredients

• Iced coffee: strongly brewed coffee, cold brew, or chilled espresso all work great. Only use cold coffee; warm coffee will require more ice and make the smoothie watery.
• Vanilla protein powder: I used Orgain organic vanilla plant-based protein powder. Plain will also work, just add a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
• Natural peanut butter: make sure it's pourable, with just peanuts (and salt) listed in the ingredients.
• Medjool dates: provide a sweet, caramel-like flavor.
• Ice: keeps the smoothie cold and thick.

How to make a peanut butter coffee smoothie without banana

1. Brew and chill

Brew and chill the coffee. Alternatively, use cold brew or chilled espresso. While the coffee brews, soak your dates in hot water if they aren't soft to the touch. They should feel sticky before adding to the blender.

2. Blend

Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. If the coffee smoothie is too thick, add a splash more coffee or plant milk.

3. Serve

Pour into a glass (or to-go cup) and enjoy.

Substitutions

• Coffee: strongly brewed iced coffee or cold brew coffee works best to get the full coffee flavor in the smoothie. For an extra kick of caffeine, use chilled espresso. Add 1-2 shots and ¼ cup of plant milk. Sensitive to caffeine? Swap with a decaf option or a caffeine-free dandy blend. My favorite cold brew brands: Wandering Bear and Chameleon Coffee.
• Peanut butter: substitute with almond butter, cashew butter, or pecan butter. For a nut free option, use granola butter.
• Dates: provide a caramel-like flavor that pairs well with the coffee and peanut butter. Substitute with maple syrup or another liquid sweetener of choice. If your protein powder is naturally sweet, omit or add a splash of vanilla extract instead.
• Protein powder: vanilla works best but chocolate is a great swap for a peanut butter mocha shake.
• Ice: for a stronger coffee flavor, use coffee ice cubes instead of regular ice. Pour brewed coffee into an ice cube tray, freeze overnight, and use 4 or more cubes in place of regular ice.

Top tip: depending on the protein powder you use, you may need to add additional coffee or a splash of plant milk, as some protein powders are naturally thicker than others.

Peanut butter coffee smoothie add-ins

• ½ frozen extra ripe banana. A full banana overpowers the coffee and peanut butter flavor.
• ¼ cup vanilla or plain vegan yogurt
• Hemp seeds
• Chia seeds
• Cacao powder or cacao nibs
• Maca powder
• Flaxseed meal
• Soy or flax milk for additional protein

Peanut butter rim (optional, but worth it for peanut butter lovers): Add peanut butter to a small plate and crushed peanuts (or cacao nibs) to another. Dip the rim of the glass into the peanut butter, then into the crushed peanuts. Place in the fridge to chill and set while you make the smoothie.

Storage

This shake is best enjoyed immediately after blending. If needed, store in a sealed jar in the fridge for a few hours. Shake well before drinking.

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If you made this peanut butter coffee smoothie, let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

xo, Morgan