This Mocha Frappuccino Smoothie Bowl will remind you of your favorite Starbucks classic, but will fill you up with protein and nutrients to start your day.
My coffee journey began my freshman year of college.
I started ordering frappuccinos from the Starbucks in our main campus library (Club West for any Gator readers). This is also subsequently when I gained the freshman 15, but I digress.
This was the first time I had ever had any sort of coffee flavor. I gradually went from the fraps, to a latte, to straight up coffee. And that’s when a coffee lover was born.
I have since expanded my coffee pallet from Starbucks to any local coffee shop I can find. But, I do still venture to Starby’s for its convenience and tall Pike with soy.
BUT, when presented the inspiration for a smoothie bowl recipe, I thought: what’s the first thing I want in the morning? Coffee. Zero hesitation. Literally, the smell of coffee will get me out of bed more than anything (is that sad or what?).
And more often than not, I find myself wanting more even after one cup.
So, I created my own frappuccino version that will fill me up, serve as breakfast, and not fill my body with what is probably 10 cups of sugar.
As you can see, I stuck with four toppings. Here are some options to complement the sweet, mocha-coffee flavors of this smoothie:
- Dates
- Banana
- Chia seeds
- Chocolate chips or cacao nibs
- Coconut flakes
- Granola or oats
- Almonds
And to keep the traditional frappuccino texture, I threw in some ice cubes, which isn’t something I normally add to smoothies. It’s not a necessity unless you’re looking for that special texture.
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Not so fast!
I’m not done yet… Because just like the Holiday Cookie Exchange last month, I’m comin’ at you with FIVE more smoothie recipes from my fellow bloggers that I love dearly. This is the Ultimate Smoothie Bowl Round Up.
Detox Smoothie Bowl by The almond eater
Super healthy, detoxifying and refreshing, this Detox Smoothie Bowl will give you a natural boost of energy and make you feel ready to take on the day!
Berry Crunch Smoothie Bowl by RachLMansfield
A hot pink smoothie bowl packed with antioxidant filled berries and an extra amount of crunch!
Cherry Berry Antioxidant Smoothie Bowl by Fit Mitten Kitchen
Loaded with flavor and packed with nutrients, this Cherry Berry Antioxidant Smoothie Bowl will be your new favorite. Immune-boosting ingredients with turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger for an extra healthy kick!
Creamy Matcha Smoothie Bowl by The Balanced Berry
This energizing bowl is like a matcha latte in smoothie form. Packed with antioxidants, and a serving of veggies, this smoothie bowl is the perfect way to start your day on a healthy note!
Cherry Pomegranate Smoothie Bowl by In it 4 the long run
Celebrate seasonal pomegranates with this bright and bursting cherry pomegranate smoothie bowl topped with superfoods like chia and goji berries.
How gorgeous are all of these smoothie bowls? They’re making me ready for Summer time, poolside smoothie bowlin’. Although, let’s be real, I couldn’t care less what season it is, I’ll scarf down a smoothie bowl any day.
Join the conversation:
Would you rather: smoothie bowl or smoothie in a cup?
When did you start drinking coffee?
Oh my gosh I need to make this right now….. This looks so good.
Hehe thanks Kristin!! <3
I have had a love of black coffee ever since I was 13 years old so anything coffee is my jam. It’s the first thing I have when i wake up too so a caffeinated smoothie bowl as well means a great start to the day!
Ha exactly. Wake up, roll out of bed, pour coffee. Thanks Rachel!
Coffee in a BOWL all the time…I love eating my smoothies with a spoon. I have great memories as a kid having milk and coffee when I was younger and LOVED it…Good full fat milk…YUMMY!
My grandma would sometimes make me cafe con leche, but it was like 95% milk and 5% coffee, so I didn’t taste the coffee flavor haha. I know what you mean, something we would probably not go for as adults – we didn’t give a crap when we were younger!!
Yum! Coffe + Chocolate + Smoothie…my kind of breakfast! 😉
Thanks Katie! xo
COFFEE!!!! You had me at mocha and smoothie
Those topping are perfection 
Thanks girl!! <3
I love this roundup! I’ve been drinking black coffee since I was a freshman in high school, but I have yet to make a smoothie with it. This sounds like a delicious recipe!
Oh my goodness!! I thought coffee was gross when I was in high school – what the heck was I thinking!? haha, thanks Sarah! xo
Definitely trying this! I love everything coffee flavored so I am pretty sure I would loooove this!
wooowww why have I never thought of this?! i love coffee and I love smoothies. Never knew about the choc almond milk either. YUM!
About a week ago I had my first cup of joe, and let’s just say it was love at first sip! This mocha frappuccino will make getting up for school bearable. Thanks for the awesome recipe Christina!
I am ALL ABOUT THIS. First of all, coffee definitely gets me out of bed in the morning, because my coffee post has a timer that I set to brew a few minutes before my alarm. My dad used to give me choc covered espresso beans as a child, so my coffee addiction started earlyyyyy. This smoothie sounds and looks crazy good tho. Smoothies in a bowl all day erry day. Unless I’m driving, then I’ll settle for a cup.
YUM!! I love all these recipes, just checked out the other links. They’re all so bright and beautiful!! Don’t you just love pretty food?! And I love what you said about coffee… it’s definitely what I want when I first wake up as well! Such a great idea to mix it with a smoothie bowl.
I used to drink the Starbucks frappuchinos every day! This look so good, and so much better for you!
Haha, I was totally the same way. Thanks Shannon!
This sounds amazing! I love a good smoothie! check out my recipe for best smoothie ever; cashew butter and banana!