A.M. Rush Espresso Smoothie

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Makes

1 serving

Updated: Dec. 01, 2022
Want an early morning pick-me-up that's good for you too? Fruit and flaxseed give this sweet espresso smoothie a nutritious twist. —Aimee Wilson, Clovis, California
A.M. Rush Espresso Smoothie Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cold fat-free milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla flavoring syrup
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1/2 medium banana, cut up
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon baking cocoa

Directions

  1. In a blender, combine all the ingredients; cover and process until blended, 1-2 minutes. Pour into a chilled glass; serve immediately.
Torani
This recipe was tested with Torani brand flavoring syrup. Look for it in the coffee section.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 148 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 54mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.