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Creamy and energizing Coffee Breakfast Smoothie full of dark chocolate and coffee flavors. This smoothie is full of nutrients. Perfect meal to start the day! clock 5 minutes Ingredients Vegetarian, Gluten free ∙ Makes 1 cup Produce 1 Banana, very ripe frozen Refrigerated 1/2 cup Almond milk, unsweetened Breakfast Foods 4 tbsp Rolled oats Condiments 1 tbsp Date syrup Baking & Spices 1 tbsp Cocoa, raw 1 tsp Vanilla extract Nuts & Seeds 1 tbsp Chia seeds Drinks 1/2 cup Coffee, black Dairy 1 Coconut milk cream optional, whipped full-fat

How is Cold Brewed Coffee Prepared?  The preparation of cold brewed coffee is simple. Measure a ratio of 1 part coarsely ground coffee with 4.5 parts water. Combine these in a glass container or pitcher and store in the refrigerator or at room temperature for at least 8 hours. Gently shake the container once or twice during the cold brewing process to further extract the flavors. When the steeping process is complete it’s time to strain. Strain the coffee first through a mesh sieve, then strain again through something more fine, like cheesecloth, until there are no visible coffee particles left in the brew. This cold brewed coffee will be strong, and it needs to be diluted with water before drinking. Start with a 1 part coffee 3 parts water ratio, and adjust to your personal taste. This coffee extract can be stored safely in the refrigerator for up to a week. This coffee extract is extremely versatile, and can be used in any recipe calling for coffee as an ingredient. As t...