Last Updated on December 1, 2023 by Christin Gillespie

Coconut Cashew Coffee Smoothie is the best way to kick start your day. Crafted with creamy coconut milk, organic coffee, raw cashew butter, shredded coconut, coconut oil, vanilla plant protein, and naturally sweetened with a banana. It’s a coffee smoothie recipe that is loaded with coconut and cashew flavor!

A coconut coffee smoothie recipe in a glass, topped with shredded coconut. Sitting on a white marble counter.

Coffee is in the air…or in this case your coconut cashew smoothie.

In all honesty, I really like the taste and smell of coffee. However, coffee doesn’t like me sometimes, as too much makes me a little jittery, if you know what I mean. Therefore, I use it sparingly and with discernment.

When I do choose to add it into my day, I like to use it in extravagant ways…Which led me to create this over-the-top Coconut Cashew Coffee Smoothie. I kid you not, it literally tastes like some bougie frappuccino from Starbucks, but it’s made with wholesome ingredients. I know you’re going to love it!

It’s packed with healthy fats from the three sources of organic coconut – full-fat unsweetened coconut milk, coconut oil, and shredded coconut. I know that’s a little overkill, but like I said, we’re going all out for this one. In addition to the coconut, it’s also loaded with cashew richness and of course, has the distinctive, yet settled coffee taste.

For this coffee smoothie, I specifically used Four Sigmatic’s coffee. This is not a sponsored post by Four Sigmatic, I’m just sharing what I use. Four Sigmatic is all about transparency – every product that they create is safe and effective, as well as backed by research. So be sure to check it out & I’ve listed some benefits of this particular brand below!

This coconut cashew smoothie will perk you up, without the coffee crash. Being made with plant protein, healthy fats, and full of coffee flavor, this smoothie will be your new favorite. I’ll let you get to it!

Why You’ll Love This Coffee Smoothie

Caffeinated with Coffee: To give you that boost to get through your busy day!
Perfect Protein Smoothie: Whether you’re making it post workout or breakfast, this chai smoothie recipe is packed with over 25 grams of plant protein.
Coffee Shop Worthy: The flavor & texture in this coconut cashew smoothie is that found at an overpriced coffee shop, but at a fraction of the cost.

Coffee Health Benefits & Nutrition

Depending on who or what expert you listen to, it seems like everyone has a different opinion on whether coffee is healthy or not. The factors such as the source, how often, & when you enjoy it play affect into the final predicament. I personally use coffee with intention. I don’t have it everyday, I have occasionally…maybe once every couple of weeks, if less. But whether you’re a coffee lover or not, there are benefits to having it. I specifically used Four Sigmatic’s Instant Mushroom Coffee With Lion’s Mane with this recipe, which has incredible benefits.

Enhanced Mental Focus: Loaded with focus-inducing superfoods to awaken your brain. Lion’s mane mushroom extract plus organic coffee helps reduce brain fog so you can achieve your to-do list.
Boosts Energy: The combination of lion’s mane and chaga to the coffee, maintains the flavor and function without the coffee crash.
Sustained Positive Mood: By consuming caffeinated coffee leads to increased alertness and overall healthy mood, with less mental fatigue.
Sustainable Sourced to Achieve All the Benefits: You don’t need to worry about anything funky in your mushrooms with Four Sigmatic. It’s certified organic, as well as tested for mycotoxins, molds, and pesticides.
Tastes Like Coffee: Because it is! Just because it’s loaded with mushrooms, this nutrient dense coffee still maintains that authentic coffee taste.

Ingredients

Organic Coffee: To get that signature coffee flavor, you’ll want to use freshly brewed and COOLED coffee. For the smoothie sake, please cool your coffee in this smoothie, as it will cause the ingredients to melt! YICKS! I used Four Sigmatic’s Instant Mushroom Coffee With Lion’s Mane.
Organic Full-Fat Unsweetened Coconut Milk: I highly recommend chilling it overnight so that your smoothie is cold!
Organic Raw Cashew Butter: For the cashew portion of this smoothie + to add some extra creaminess and healthy fats.
Organic Coconut Oil: For some additional healthy fats, coconut essence, as well as a boost of energy.
Organic Unsweetened Shredded Coconut: To intensify the coconut flavor even more! Don’t forget to save some for topping too.
Organic Ground Flax Seeds: For a boost of fiber & minerals to this smoothie.
Organic Maca Powder: To add a subtle caramel like flavor to this cashew smoothie. Plus, it’s packed with antioxidants & has been shown to have helpful benefits for women’s hormones.
Organic Vanilla Plant Protein: Adding a scoop of protein powder helps to keep you full and satisfied longer. I love Four Sigmatic’s Sweet Vanilla Plant Protein for this recipe. It’s made with real organic vanilla with no grains, gums or fillers. Oh & it’s super delicious. Nevertheless, if you have yet to try Four Sigmatic’s Plant Protein, add your favorite. When selecting a plant protein, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and most importantly, the ingredients.
Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals and beautifully enhances the flavor of this cashew coffee smoothie.
Organic Frozen Banana: To make the smoothie extra creamy & thick, it’s best to use a frozen banana.

How To Make

Make the Coffee. To a high-speed blender, add a ¾ cup of chilled water with one Four Sigmatic Instant Mushroom Coffee With Lion’s Mane packet. Blend until frothy.
Blend the Liquids & Powders. Next, add the coconut milk, nut butter, coconut oil, shredded coconut, seeds, maca, and plant protein, to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Next, add in the frozen banana. Blend until smooth and creamy. If needed, you can pause the blender, remove the lid, and scrape down the sides so that everything is fully incorporated. You may need to add a little more non-dairy milk depending on how thick/thin you like your smoothies
Serve. Pour into a chilled glass and enjoy immediately.

Optional Smoothie Add-Ins

Feel free to truly make this smoothie your own! Here are a few suggestions to amp-up this coffee protein smoothie recipe:

Organic Hemp Seeds: Add in a tablespoon of organic hemp seeds for a boost of healthy fats, protein, omegas & minerals.
Organic Chia Seeds: Add a tablespoon of organic chia seeds for some omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, etc. + it helps thicken this coffee smoothie.
Organic Medjool Date: If you’re wanting to sweeten your cashew smoothie even more, start by adding one pitted Medjool Date.
Organic Greens: You can get your greens in too in this coffee smoothie. They blend easily & you can’t taste them. Plus, greens are packed with so many minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Spinach, kale, swiss chard, mustard greens, collard greens, or mixed greens all work. WARNING: it will change the color!

Tips for Making the Perfect Smoothie

Interested in how to make the absolute perfect smoothie? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips for creating the perfect smoothies:

Use Frozen Fruit: Adding a frozen to this smoothie is the only way to go! The ice from the frozen fruits adds thickness to the smoothie.
Adjust Liquid Amount: If you find that your smoothie is too thick to blend, not to worry! Just add a bit more milk, blend, open the cover, scrape down the sides if needed, and blend again. And when possible, always use a larger high-speed blender instead, as it will blend the ingredients much better.
How To Make: Prepare the coffee first, then blend the powders, before adding your frozen ingredients. This is my personal favorite way of preparing my smoothies. By blending the liquid & powders first, it ensures that your powders blend completely.
Smoothie Blending Tip: Start your blender on low to medium speed. If you blend the smoothie too quickly from the beginning, it’s really hard for the blender to properly blend the frozen ingredients – so start lower and then gradually increase the speed.
Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie, in this case, a coconut cashew coffee milkshake. Put your serving glass in the fridge or freezer while you’re making your smoothie to ensure a chilled smoothie with every sip.

Healthy Breakfast Smoothie FAQ’s

Do I have to use a frozen banana?

The frozen banana in this recipe gives the smoothie a thick & creamy texture. If using a fresh banana, be to add a handful of ice cubes to achieve a cold, thick smoothie. However, if you’re looking to remove the banana altogether, because you’re allergic or simply don’t like them, you can replace it with ½ cup of frozen zucchini, frozen cauliflower, or frozen avocado chunks.

Is it healthy to have a smoothie?

Duh! I wouldn’t post something that was unhealthy. Having a smoothie full of protein, healthy fats, & superfoods for a post workout breakfast is great because you’ll be getting essential vitamins, nutrients, & protein, first thing in the morning. However, some smoothies on the market or on the web can be loaded with tons of fruit, added sugar, & nonsense, making them a less healthy option.

What is the best protein powder to use?

For this particular protein smoothie, I love using Four Sigmatic’s Sweet Vanilla Plant Protein. It’s made with real organic ingredients with no grains, gums, or fillers. If you don’t have Four Sigmatic’s Sweet Vanilla Plant Protein on hand, you can use your favorite vanilla protein powder. When selecting a plant protein, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and most importantly, the ingredients.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have vanilla plant protein on hand, no worries! To increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon of organic hemp seeds and/or organic chia seeds, without changing the taste too much.

What if I don’t have Four Sigmatic Instant Mushroom Coffee With Lion’s Mane?

Not a problem! Just swap Four Sigmatic with your favorite organic coffee or even organic cold brew. Either way, you just want to make sure that you use cooled coffee, because you don’t want your smoothie to melt. However, I highly recommend looking into the Four Sigmatic brand, since quality matters!

What if I don’t like Coffee?

Not a coffee fan? Substitute the coffee for more organic unseated full-fat coconut milk, to make this a Coconut Cashew Smoothie. YUM!

Can I make this protein smoothie recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make the smoothie as is or double it for later. Check out this “How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance” post to achieve the best results.

More Smoothie Recipes You’ll Love

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Xoxo.

Christin.