{"id":8982,"date":"2023-12-04T12:48:59","date_gmt":"2023-12-04T12:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ourfulltable.com\/?p=8982"},"modified":"2023-12-04T12:48:59","modified_gmt":"2023-12-04T12:48:59","slug":"coffee-smoothie-recipe-a-quick-morning-pick-me-up-packed-with-health-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourfulltable.com\/everyday-meals\/coffee-smoothie-recipe-a-quick-morning-pick-me-up-packed-with-health-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Coffee smoothie recipe &#8216;a quick morning pick-me-up&#8217; packed with health benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Doctor reveals the health BENEFITS of drinking coffee<\/h3>\n<p>As the mornings become darker and colder it can be even more difficult than usual to get out of bed.<\/p>\n<p>And at times like these, our breakfast choices are crucial, not only helping to kickstart our day but keeping us fuelled until lunch time.<\/p>\n<p>Many people will choose just to reach for a coffee in the morning as one way to get the energy levels up.<\/p>\n<p>But it is actually possible to combine this caffeinated beverage with other ingredients to make the ultimate morning drink.<\/p>\n<p>Restaurateur and chef, John Quilter, shared his recipe for a \u201cbold and beautiful\u201d coffee smoothie via the Jamie Oliver website.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> READ MORE <\/strong> <strong>Christmas gifts for foodies, drink connoisseurs, coffee fans, vegans and more<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/14\/590x\/secondary\/coffee-recipe-5098181.jpg?r=1701691204778\"><\/p>\n<p>He explained some of the benefits of the coffee-based concoction.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAll year round, this healthy delight will restore your constitution, revive your temperament, and give you the energy to take on just about anything,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt tastes fantastic, and is perfect as a quick morning pick-me-up shake. Grab your blender out from the back of the cupboard and get, well, blending.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The ingredient list for this drink is relatively small and includes one banana, chia seeds, coconut water, ground almonds and a shot of coffee.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> Don&#8217;t miss&#8230; <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>&#8216;I quit drinking coffee &#8211; what I ate instead to keep my energy levels up'[INSIGHT] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Doctor warns popular breakfast drinks could be \u2018destroying your brain\u2019[EXPERT] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Popular hot drink could slash your risk of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, study suggests[STUDY] <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/14\/590x\/secondary\/banana-5098191.jpg?r=1701691204846\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_1078_5986)\"> <\/path> <\/path> <\/g> <defs> <clippath> <rect width=\"23.4329\" height=\"23.4329\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.134262)\"><\/rect> <\/clippath> <\/defs> <\/svg> Support fearless journalism<\/li>\n<li> <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_1078_5986)\"> <\/path> <\/path> <\/g> <defs> <clippath> <rect width=\"23.4329\" height=\"23.4329\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.134262)\"><\/rect> <\/clippath> <\/defs> <\/svg> Read The Daily Express online, advert free<\/li>\n<li> <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_1078_5986)\"> <\/path> <\/path> <\/g> <defs> <clippath> <rect width=\"23.4329\" height=\"23.4329\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.134262)\"><\/rect> <\/clippath> <\/defs> <\/svg> Get super-fast page loading<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/logo\/logo-premium-subscription.png\"><\/p>\n<p>However, an important step in making the drink is freezing the banana beforehand.<\/p>\n<p>John said: \u201cThe only mental exertion you\u2019ll have to suffer is remembering to pop your bananas into the freezer the night before \u2013 it makes a huge difference to the end product and is well worth doing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI tend to put any bananas that are black and overripe straight into the freezer for just this sort of thing \u2013 just be sure to take them out of their skins and individually wrap them in cling film before freezing.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>The recipe is as follows:<\/h3>\n<p>One frozen banana<br \/>Eight grams chia seeds<br \/>125ml coconut water<br \/>One teaspoon ground almonds<br \/>One shot of espresso.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/14\/590x\/secondary\/coffee-5098195.jpg?r=1701691204918\"><\/p>\n<h3>Method<\/h3>\n<p>To make the drink, just: \u201cPop everything into a blender and blitz!\u201d The consistency is up to personal preference, John said.<\/p>\n<p>The banana will not only add texture and flavour, but a \u201cshed-load\u201d of potassium to the smoothie.<\/p>\n<p>Adding coconut water will ensure you stay hydrated throughout the morning.<\/p>\n<p>John continued: \u201cThe coffee also very much has its place, bringing body, depth and all kinds of goodness to the table.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe caffeine works its obvious wonders on the sleep-deprived, and has also been shown to have beneficial effects on physical performance.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCoffee also happens to be one of the biggest sources of antioxidants in the western diet.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhile these three ingredients make up the body of the smoothie, the chia seeds (although rather delicate in taste) add a whole plethora of very scientific-sounding nutrients to the mix, as well as being high in fibre, omega 3 fatty acids and protein.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTie these in with the almonds \u2013 which add the finishing flavour and give the smoothie a sweet, nutty finish while keeping your nervous system, teeth, and bones stay strong and healthy \u2013 and you\u2019ve got one hell of an addition to your morning routine.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.express.co.uk\/life-style\/food\/1841847\/healthy-coffee-smoothie-recipe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Doctor reveals the health BENEFITS of drinking coffee As the mornings become darker and colder it can be even more difficult than usual to get out of bed. 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