Tahini Coffee Smoothie

Author Rachel

Prep Time 5

Yield 1 large smoothie

Description

This Tahini Coffee Smoothie is the best energize-boost smoothie, made with brewed coffee, that will kickstart your day with a delicious and nutritious twist.

Kosher, Pareve, or Dairy

Equipment

Blender
Reusable stainless steel metal straws optional

Ingredients

1 cup (240ml) brewed coffee cooled (you can also use cold brew coffee)
1 frozen banana peeled and sliced
2 Medjool dates chopped
2 Tablespoons (30ml) tahini paste (raw tahini)
1 scoop protein powder vanilla/chocolate/unflavored
a dash of cinnamon optional
1/4 to 1/2 cup (60-120ml) milk of your choice
2-3 ice cubes optional

Instructions

Start by brewing a cup of coffee and allowing it to cool to room temperature. You can also use cold brew coffee if you have it available.
Combine the frozen banana, cooled coffee, tahini, dates, protein powder, 1/4 cup of milk and any optional ingredients in a high-power blender.
Blend all the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Make sure the banana and dates are fully incorporated into the smoothie.
If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add a few ice cubes to the blender as well. If you prefer a thinner smoothie, add more milk.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or coffee strength according to your preference.
Blend for a few more seconds to ensure everything is well combined.
Pour your smoothie into a glass and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to double/triple the recipe.