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This Low-Carb 5 Minute Mocha Smoothie whips up in a flash and boasts healthy fats from two sources. It makes a perfect breakfast or snack for those on low-carb, LC/HF, ketogenic, diabetic, Atkins, or Banting diets.
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I’m a big fan of my blender, especially in the summer. I love throwing a bunch of stuff in and blending it together to make a cool hot-weather treat. There’s no heat from the oven and very little prep because the blender does all of the heavy labor. A press of the button and you’re done!
I confess that this blender recipe didn’t start as a smoothie. I was working on an idea I had for a low-carb, dairy-free popsicle. The problem is, that I made it when I was hungry. Before I poured it into the mold, I poured a bit into a glass, just to taste it. I loved it. It was rich, and creamy, and chocolatey, with just a hint of coffee flavor. I couldn’t stop at a little. Nope, I ended up “tasting” half the recipe.
I did manage to sacrifice a bit of the recipe to make a few popsicles, and they were good. For some reason, however, the recipe just wasn’t quite as good as popsicles, so it became a smoothie recipe. In fact, it became one of my favorite smoothie recipes and is a go-to recipe when I need a quick, nutritious breakfast that will satisfy me for hours.
This Low-Carb 5 Minute Mocha Smoothie makes a quick, satisfying, and tasty breakfast. Pour it into a spill-proof container, and you’ll have an easy to-go breakfast. Enjoy!
This Low-Carb 5 Minute Mocha Smoothie whips up in a flash and boasts healthy fats from two sources. It makes a perfect breakfast or snack for those on low-carb, LC/HF, ketogenic, diabetic, Atkins, or Banting diets.
4.88 from 8 votes
Low-Carb 5 Minute Mocha Smoothie
This Low-Carb 5 Minute Mocha Smoothie whips up in a flash and boasts healthy fats from two sources. It makes a perfect breakfast or snack for those on low-carb, LC/HF, ketogenic, diabetic, Atkins, or Banting diets.
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, low-carb
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 3
Author Annissa Slusher
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (the thick stuff from a can)
- 1 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons granulated stevia/erythritol blend
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee crystals regular of decaffeinated
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 avocado cut in half with pit removed
Instructions
Place coconut milk, almond milk, vanilla extract, sweetener, coffee crystals, and cocoa powder into a blender. Blend until smooth.
Scoop the avocado into the mixture. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.
Recipe Notes
Serving size: about 8 ounces
Per serving:
Calories: 176
Fat (g): 16
Carbs (g): 10
Fiber (g): 6
Protein (g): 3
Net carbs (g): 4
Kerry on October 10, 2017 at 8:27 pm
This looks so good! I can’t wait to try it!
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Harper and Annissa Slusher on October 10, 2017 at 8:35 pm
Thanks, Kerry! It only takes a few minutes to blend up. The hardest part about this recipe is finding the ripe avocado!
-AnnissaReply
Claudia on November 2, 2017 at 9:01 pm
That being said, is the avocado optional? What could I substitute?
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Harper and Annissa Slusher on November 3, 2017 at 8:20 am
Claudia,
You could substitute a little more coconut milk or almond milk for the avocado. Greek yogurt would also work. I would think you would want to use about 3/4 cup of whatever option you choose.
-AnnissaReply
Lisa on January 11, 2018 at 2:56 pm
Does it have to be instant coffee? Or can it be ground coffee beans?
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Harper and Annissa Slusher on January 11, 2018 at 6:55 pm
Lisa,
Ground coffee beans won’t dissolve like instant coffee does and would make the smoothie gritty. A shot of espresso would probably do the trick, though!
AnnissaReply
Julie Rhonemus on May 2, 2018 at 4:27 pm
Will the additional servings keep in frig to be consumed on consecutive days?
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Harper and Annissa Slusher on May 2, 2018 at 4:33 pm
Hi Julie,
I’m trying to remember if I’ve done this before. I think I may have and don’t think it was a problem. You’ll want to keep it in a covered container overnight in the fridge.
AnnissaReply
ella on July 29, 2019 at 8:38 am
you can freeze in a silicon ice cube tray any leftover and then pop them back in the blender with a tad more almond milk
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Annissa Slusher on July 29, 2019 at 10:50 am
Great idea!Thanks for sharing it!
-AnnissaReply
Patty Fader on June 9, 2018 at 7:52 pm
I really don’t like coconut milk in any form what can I use instead?
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Harper and Annissa Slusher on June 10, 2018 at 9:44 am
Sure! You can use whatever milk you want. It might decrease the creaminess, depending on your choice. Enjoy!
AnnissaReply
Chef Sous Chef on January 3, 2019 at 9:52 am
Sounds and looks delicious.I know what smoothie I’m making tomorrow morning
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Tara | Smells Like Home on January 3, 2019 at 10:27 am
I love that this recipe is a happy accident! I’m sure the popsicles were great but a mocha smoothie just sounds divine!
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MARISA on January 3, 2019 at 10:32 am
Love all of the healthy fats the avocado provides. Plus it makes this smoothie super creamy!
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Allison on January 3, 2019 at 11:23 am
I love coffee smoothies- they’re the perfect way to energize to start the day. So tasty!
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Jillian on January 3, 2019 at 11:32 am
What a great way to start my busy day! I love, love the avocado addition – delish!
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Jacqueline Meldrum on January 3, 2019 at 11:58 am
A touch of luxury in a glass. I am like you and love my blender. Best kitchen gadget.
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crystal on May 10, 2019 at 7:52 pm
How big is the avocado?
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Annissa on May 12, 2019 at 6:22 pm
The avocado I use for this smoothie weighs about 6 ounces before peeling and removing the seed.
-AnnissaReply
ML on May 17, 2019 at 9:31 pm
Can you substitute chocolate protein powder for the cocoa powder?
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Annissa on May 18, 2019 at 10:53 am
I don’t see why not. You may want to taste it and add more if you need to. You also may need to decrease the amount of sweetener if your protein powder is sweetened.
-AnnissaReply
Tina Keating on August 2, 2020 at 10:58 am
Has anyone tried using frizen avocado? I’m wondering if that would work. Thanks for the great recipe!
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Tina Keating on August 2, 2020 at 10:59 am
Frozen avocado I mean
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Annissa Slusher on August 10, 2020 at 3:41 pm
I think that’s a great idea! It should work just fine.
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meng on January 8, 2021 at 3:50 am
This looks so good! I can’t wait to try it!
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Gysele on May 27, 2022 at 9:03 pm
Love this. Hate avocado taste, and this hides it well. Love mocha so a win win, thanks for a great recipe.
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katie b on February 22, 2023 at 12:07 pm
Thank you for this, I am very pleased with the way this turns out. I added Chia seeds, and used instant espresso, no coffee. Super nice!!
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