If you enjoy the flavour of a café mocha, this smoothie is a delicious way to enjoy those same rich coffee and chocolate notes in a nourishing drink. Combining brewed coffee with cocoa creates a smooth mocha flavour, while frozen sweet potato adds natural sweetness and a creamy texture.
Udo’s Oil Blend provides a source of essential fatty acids and blends easily into smoothies, making this recipe a simple way to include healthy fats as part of your morning routine. The result is a satisfying smoothie that works well for breakfast, after exercise, or whenever you need a quick energy boost.
With just a few ingredients and a blender, this smoothie can be prepared in minutes and easily adjusted depending on your taste preferences.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup brewed coffee, cooled
- ½ cup frozen cooked sweet potato
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Udo’s Oil Blend
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Method
- Brew the coffee ahead of time and allow it to cool completely.
- Add the cooled coffee, frozen sweet potato, cocoa powder, Udo’s Oil Blend and almond milk to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add maple syrup if you prefer a little extra sweetness.
- Add a few ice cubes and blend again if you would like a thicker consistency.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Tips and Variations
Make it extra creamy
Frozen sweet potato gives this smoothie a naturally creamy texture while adding subtle sweetness.
Alternative option
If you don’t have frozen sweet potato available, frozen banana can be used as an alternative for a similar creamy consistency.
Adjust the sweetness
Add a little maple syrup, honey or a date if you prefer a sweeter mocha flavour.
Serving idea
Sprinkle a little extra cocoa powder or cacao nibs on top before serving.
