Creamy and Sweet Mocha Blueberry Protein Smoothie

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This Mocha Blueberry Protein Smoothie not only looks amazing but tastes wonderfully sweet and so delicious.

Smoothies are great for second breakfasts as I call them. What’s a second breakfast? The breakfast that’s after the first, duh! No, just kidding! See, I usually like to have a savory breakfast to start my day off, such as my Classic Omelette, Fluffy Scrambled Eggs, or if it’s a weekend morning and I’ve got time, a Classic Breakfast Sandwich. Of course I have exceptions when I’ve got some overnight oats sitting in my fridge! I’m just saying that the general trend is I start my day with something savory. I’m usually an early riser, so if I have breakfast at 7 am, I’m going to be so hungry by noon! I can’t wait that long till lunch!

That’s where second breakfast comes in. Now, at about 9-9:30, I want something sweet that’s not too hard to digest or to prepare, since I don’t really have the time to make some eggs or cheesy toast at this point! I’m going to satisfy my sweet cravings but still get in some health by either making a smoothie or a smoothie bowl! Ever since working remotely, I’ve had lots of fun experimenting with smoothies.

Before this point in time, I haven't made myself smoothies in a very long time but I've discovered a new exciting and simple recipe that is truly delicious! It can honestly be made in two minutes and tastes absolutely amazing! If you love mocha and want to get your berries in then this is the recipe for you! Enjoy!

How to Make Blueberry Mocha Protein Smoothie

Smoothies rock! You just gotta dump things in a blender and the outcome is always yummy! For this recipe, you simply need to grab some blueberries, honey, milk, and protein powder, and instant coffee. Blitz it up and keep blending until everything is smooth. Easy peasy!

I love having regular old dairy milk. It’s just the tastiest to me, and I do find it makes the creamiest smoothies. If you don’t want to use dairy milk for whatever reason, you can use a variety of other liquid substitutes! Try the following:

• Almond milk: Store-bought or you could make your own!
• Coconut milk
• Your favorite juice!

I added honey in the smoothie to add a touch of sweetness. The blueberries are naturally sweet, but I like the little touch of honey to bring out the flavors. You can of course omit this if you find blueberries sweet enough on their own!

This smoothie is already extremely nutritious and will keep you satisfied. But if you want to add even more nutritional boosts, you could try putting in

• Chia seeds
• Flax seeds
• Spinach
• Pumpkin

I’ve added both spinach and pumpkin to the smoothies. If you don’t want to lose the lovely color, don’t worry! You’ll only get a slightly darker color because of both the spinach and the pumpkin. The mocha protein powder is the ingredient that affects the color the most!

Why Make Smoothies?

Why not! Smoothies allow you to add in lots of healthy food that our bodies need, and to have the food blended helps with digestion. Plus, if you incorporate smoothies for a second breakfast (or first!) like I do, or a snack for any time of the day, it’s convenient to just sip on your smoothie when you gotta get out the door! Of course I love to sit down and enjoy a meal, but in our busy lives, that’s just not always possible. But instead of picking up an unhealthy meal on the go, you can blend up a smoothie in five minutes, pour it in a bottle, and take it on the go!

The possibilities with smoothies are absolutely endless! I’m excited to share some more morning smoothies that have really kept me going in the morning before lunch! But blueberries are a terrific berry, and I’ve made so many blueberry smoothies! I found this mocha blueberry smoothie particularly worth sharing just because if you’re a coffee lover and want a gorgeous and healthy drink, then you’re going to love this recipe!

You could top this mocha blueberry protein smoothie off with additional blueberries and maybe even some chocolate chips! Enjoy this refreshing snack or start to your day!

Tools Needed

• Blender
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Glass

Ingredients for Creamy and Sweet Mocha Blueberry Protein Smoothie

Only a handful of ingredients are needed to make this mocha blueberry protein smoothie! Here is what you’ll need:

• Fresh or frozen blueberries
• Milk
• Protein powder
• Instant coffee or espresso powder (not necessary if you have a mocha-flavored protein powder)
• Vanilla extract
• Honey
• Chocolate chunks

How to Make Creamy and Sweet Mocha Blueberry Protein Smoothie

Add the blueberries to the blender.

Pour in the milk.

Pour in the vanilla extract.

Add the instant coffee.

Followed by the protein powder.

Add a drizzle of honey.

Add the ice cubes.

Run your blender at a high speed.

Continue blending until everything is well combined, and you have a smooth texture.

Transfer the smoothie into a serving glass or mason jar.

Top with chocolate chunks.

Followed by additional blueberries.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

What Makes This Smoothie a Mocha?

The mocha flavor comes from coffee. You can use a scoop of mocha protein powder, or get the same effect with a teaspoon of espresso powder (or instant coffee) plus a scoop of vanilla protein powder. Blended with the blueberries, honey, milk, vanilla extract and ice, the espresso adds a gentle coffee depth that plays off the sweet-tart berries, while a handful of chocolate chunks on top makes it taste like a proper mocha. If your blender leaves the protein powder clinging to the sides, stop and stir it down, then blend again until smooth.

Easy Swaps and Add-Ins

Make this smoothie your own:

• Use frozen blueberries, or toss in half a frozen banana, for a thicker, creamier, frostier blend.
• Swap in any milk you like (dairy, oat, almond, or soy), or use Greek yogurt for extra protein and creaminess.
• No mocha protein powder? Use vanilla or chocolate protein with a shot of cooled coffee or a teaspoon of instant espresso.
• Make it a meal by blending in a spoonful of oats or nut butter, or sneak in a handful of spinach.

Make-Ahead Tips

Smoothies taste best fresh, but a little prep makes busy mornings easier. Portion the blueberries and chocolate into freezer bags so you can just add the wet ingredients and blend, or pour leftovers into molds and freeze them into popsicles. If the smoothie separates as it sits, give it a stir or a quick re-blend. For an extra-thick smoothie bowl, use frozen blueberries and cut back on the milk.

More Smoothie Questions

Blueberry Mocha the Coffee-Shop Way, and Why This One Is a Smoothie

If you came looking for a blueberry mocha expecting a hot coffee drink, this page is something different and it is worth saying so plainly. A coffee-shop blueberry mocha is assembled in a mug: blueberry syrup and chocolate syrup go into the bottom of a mug, espresso is pulled over the top of them, and steamed milk finishes it. What is on this page is a cold, blended protein smoothie. One cup of blueberries, a scoop of mocha protein powder, half a cup of milk, a tablespoon of honey, a quarter teaspoon of vanilla extract and ice all go straight into a blender. There is no brewing and no steaming, and it is done in about five minutes.

If the syrup version is what you actually want, it is easy enough to make and I would rather point you at it than pretend the two are the same drink. Simmer blueberries with sugar and water in a small saucepan, let it come to a gentle boil until the berries collapse, add a squeeze of lemon juice to keep the color bright, then strain out the skins. That is a blueberry syrup, and it belongs in a mug alongside espresso and chocolate syrup rather than in this blender. A jar of it in the fridge is genuinely useful, and it will keep a couple of weeks.