Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie

Last Updated on June 5, 2025 by Christin Gillespie

This Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie recipe is an over-the-top & energizing blend to start the day. It’s packed with plant protein, healthy fats, amazing superfoods, functional mushroom coffee, & hydrating coconut water. At first sip, this chocolate coffee protein smoothie recipe will be a post-workout breakfast favorite!

The most incredible chocolate coffee protein smoothie recipe & you don’t want to sleep on this one.

This Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie recipe will have you jumping out of bed to make it. Not only is it caffeinated with coffee, but it’s full of energy-boosting superfoods to give that extra oomph. Along with the vanilla plant protein, healthy fat seeds, sweet Medjool date, frozen banana, & hydrating coconut water, you’ll have a pep in your step all throughout the day.

So if you’re looking to supercharge your day in the most delicious way, then look no further & get ready to make your favorite protein smoothie.

Why You’ll Love This Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie

• Loaded with Superfoods: For added nutrition without compromising the taste!
• Perfect Post-Workout Smoothie: With the combination of plant protein from the seeds & protein powder, the handful of superfoods, the functional mushroom coffee, & the electrolytes from the coconut water, this healthy smoothie will properly nourish your body.
• Fully Customizable: Make this Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie your own by adding in some extra nutrients—I’ve listed some tasty options further down in the post!

Superfoods Health Benefits 

Aside from the coffee, what makes this walnut protein smoothie stand out from the others is the addition of superfoods. Superfoods provide you with the extra boost that your body needs. Here are just a few incredible health benefits of incorporating superfoods into this blend.

• High-Vibrational Energy
• Reduce Mild Stress & Promote Relaxation
• Decreased Inflammation
• Hormonal Balance
• Improved Cognitive Function

For additional superfood information, be sure to check out this Superfoods 101 post!

Ingredients

• Organic Coffee: I used Four Sigmatic’s Instant Mushroom Coffee, but you can use leftover cold coffee or cold brew. You’ll want to use freshly brewed & COOLED coffee to get that signature coffee flavor. For smoothie’s sake, please cool your coffee prior to adding it to the blend, or else it will cause the ingredients to melt. YIKES!
• Organic Coconut Water: It’s the perfect addition, as it’s full of electrolytes. My favorite brand is Harmless Harvest. It’s just one ingredient: organic coconut water. Oh, & it’s pink! So cute.
• Organic Hemp Seeds: For a boost of healthy fats, protein, omegas & minerals.
• Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Organic ground flax seeds amp up the fiber & minerals.
• Organic Cacao Powder: It’s the perfect addition to make this blend chocolatey! To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular Dutch cocoa powder. Review this Cacao Powder 101 post to learn more!
• Organic Superfoods: More specifically, organic gelatinized maca powder, organic mesquite powder, organic lucuma powder, & organic tocotrienols. If you only have a few of these incredible superfoods on hand, use them, but if you don’t have any of these, the smoothie will still be incredible without them. If you’re super confused about superfoods, review this Superfoods 101 post!
• Organic Vanilla Plant Protein: Adding a scoop of protein powder helps to keep you full & satisfied longer. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & the recommended daily protein intake.
• Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals & beautifully enhances the flavor.
• Organic Medjool Date: I recommend buying pitted dates that way you don’t have to remove the pits yourself. Oh, & my favorite brand of dates is Joolie’s!
• Organic Frozen Banana: It’s best to use a frozen banana to create that super thick & creamy texture.

How to Make

• Make the Coffee. To a high-speed blender, add a ¾ cup of chilled water with Four Sigmatic’s Instant Mushroom Coffee packet. Blend until frothy.
• Blend the Liquids & Powders. Next, add the coconut water, seeds, cacao powder, vanilla plant protein, superfoods, & sea salt to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
• Blend the Medjool Date. Add the soft Medjool date to the blender & blend until smooth.
• Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Add in the frozen banana. Blend until smooth & creamy. If needed, you can pause the blender, remove the lid, & scrape down the sides so that everything is fully incorporated. You may need to add a little more liquid depending on how thick/thin you like your smoothies.
• Serve. Pour into a chilled glass & enjoy!

Optional Smoothie Add-Ins

Feel free to truly make this blend your own! Here are a few suggestions to amp up this Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie recipe:

• Organic Chia Seeds: Add in a tablespoon of organic chia seeds for some omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, & so much more!
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: Enhance the creaminess with a scoop of organic plain coconut yogurt.
• Organic Greens: Greens are packed with so many minerals, vitamins, & antioxidants. I recommend baby spinach if you’re new to green smoothies, but kale, Swiss chard, mustard greens, collard greens, or mixed greens all work.

Tips for Making the Perfect Smoothie

Interested in how to make the absolute best Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie recipe? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips:

1. Use Frozen Fruit: The ice from the frozen banana adds thickness to the smoothie.
2. Soak Medjool Date: If your date isn’t soft, you will need to soak it in very warm water for 5 minutes. This will help soften it so that it can blend nicely.
3. Organic Coconut Water: Not only is coconut water super delicious, but is also full of electrolytes—which is great post-workout. My favorite brand is Harmless Harvest. It’s just one ingredient: organic coconut water. Oh, & it’s pink! So cute.
4. Adjust Liquid Amount: If you find that your smoothie is too thick to blend, not to worry! Just add a bit more liquid, blend, open the cover, scrape down the sides if needed, & blend again. And when possible, always use a larger high-speed blender instead, as it will blend the ingredients much better.
5. How to Make: Add your liquid first & blend your powders first, then the Medjool date, 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.
6. 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 & then gradually increase the speed.
7. Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie, in this case, a mocha protein milkshake. Put your serving glass in the fridge or freezer while you’re making your blend to ensure a chilled smoothie with every sip.

Smoothie FAQs

Do I have to use a frozen banana?

The frozen banana provides a thick & creamy consistency. If using a fresh banana, be sure to add a handful of ice cubes to achieve a cold 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 organic zucchini, ½ cup of frozen organic cauliflower, ½ cup of frozen organic coconut meat, or ½ cup of frozen organic avocado chunks. If you elect to make this a banana-free smoothie, I recommend keeping the organic pitted Medjool date to maintain its sweetness.

Is it healthy to have a smoothie?

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. 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?

I used an organic vanilla plant protein powder for this chocolate superfood smoothie. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and, most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, & the recommended daily protein intake.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have vanilla protein powder on hand, no worries! To increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon or two of organic raw almond butter without changing the taste too much.

Do I have to add superfoods?

Even though this is a Mocha Superfood Protein Smoothie recipe, you are not required to add them. However, I do recommend looking into them, as there are incredible benefits to consuming them regularly. And if you only have a couple of superfood powders, that’s great! Use what you’ve got! For additional superfood information, be sure to review this Superfoods 101 post!

Can I make this smoothie recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make this healthy chocolate coffee protein smoothie recipe as is or double it for later. To achieve the best results, check out this How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance post.

More Chocolate Superfood Smoothie Recipes You’ll Love

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• Chocolate Avocado Superfood Protein Smoothie

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Xoxo.

CMG.

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