The ADHD Smoothie That Keeps Me from Snacking Mindlessly

This smoothie was born out of desperation — too little time, too many deadlines, and zero executive function. It uses instant coffee (because real life), peanut butter, and everyday pantry ingredients to keep you full, focused, and away from snack drawers until lunch. No cold brew. No imported adaptogens. Just desi-budget goodness that works.

ADHD Coffee Banana Smoothie

Recipe by Isha MemonCourse: BreakfastDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 frozen banana (adds creaminess and natural sweetness)

• ½ cup cold brewed coffee (or 1 espresso shot + ½ cup water)

• 1–2 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond, or seed-based for satiety)

• 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds or chia seeds (for omega-3 and fiber)

• ½ scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder (optional but helpful)

• ¼ tsp cinnamon (regulates blood sugar + warms flavor)

• 1 cup oat milk or any non-dairy milk

• 1–2 ice cubes for texture

• Optional: 1 tsp cacao powder for richness, 1 Medjool date for added sweetness

Directions

• Add all ingredients to a blender.
• Blend until smooth, creamy, and thick.
• Taste-test: if it’s not sweet enough, throw in half a date or a touch of maple syrup.
• Pour into a tall glass or shaker bottle. Sip slowly. Let your brain catch up.

Notes

• Coconut milk gives you creaminess without the dairy bloat.
• It adds a subtle natural sweetness and richness that balances strong spices beautifully.
• When used in the right ratio (⅓ of total liquid), it doesn’t overpower the masala flavor.

This is not your gym bro smoothie. It’s for the mornings when your brain is in 14 tabs, your stomach forgot how to feel hunger properly, and all you want is something quick, tasty, and reliable. No burnout. No bloating. No guilt. Just fuel that fits your life.