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Imagine, if you will: It’s a balmy summer morning in Saint-Malo, France. You’re stretched out on a soft beach towel in your favorite sandy spot, watching the ocean waves brush up against beachgoers. In your hand is a cool morning smoothie. There’s a strong coffee smell with a hint of sweet vanilla. Each sip is total bliss and relaxation. You may not be in France, but you can always pretend for just a moment!
What if you can’t have dairy products?
If you can’t tolerate dairy or want to avoid it regardless, you can substitute the heavy cream for canned coconut milk.
Can you use instant coffee in this Keto coffee recipe?
While this recipe calls for freshly brewed coffee, you can definitely substitute it for espresso or instant coffee dissolved in hot water.
Can you sweeten this smoothie?
Absolutely! if you like your latte sweet, then you will probably need to add some kind of sweetener here. We suggest you use any calorie-free liquid sweetener of your choice, like stevia. If you use granulated or powdered sweeteners, they might not dissolve completely and sink to the bottom. The amount of sweetener you use depends on how sweet you like your smoothies.
When can you drink this Keto beverage?
This Keto latte smoothie recipe is the perfect breakfast option for warm days to wake you up and keep you hydrated for a long time. It is also a great pre-workout meal, providing you with sustainable energy and caffeine to kill that workout. You can also add some protein powder and a pinch of salt to assist in muscle recovery.
Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup coffee brewed
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brew your coffee and place it in the fridge to chill. Make sure your black coffee is cold, or else the smoothie won’t thicken! In a blender, combine the heavy cream, coffee, and vanilla.
- Blend in one ice cube at a time until your smoothie reaches your preferred thickness. Allow the smoothie to refrigerate for 5 minutes to thicken properly. Serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts
- Servings: 1
- Calories: 437.1kcal/111.1kJ (per serving)
- Fat: 44.1g (per serving)
- Carbs: 4.4g (per serving)
- Protein: 2.7g (per serving)
