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Coconut Vanilla Matcha Smoothie

Jun 6, 2015 by Kaitlin · 8 Comments

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A vegan Coconut Matcha Smoothie recipe with vanilla and banana! It's naturally sweetened, energizing, and so refreshing. Plus it includes antioxidants from the matcha green tea powder. (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

Glasses of coconut matcha smoothie with banana

Matcha and coconut is such a lovely combination that pairs so well together!

This smoothie is easy to make, plus refreshing and energizing.

If you're not too familiar with matcha green tea powder, feel free to check out my Matcha Guide for health benefits and more information.

Bamboo scoop holding ground organic matcha

Ingredients for Coconut Matcha Smoothie

For this recipe you will blend in a blender:

  • Canned coconut milk: I use light, but use your own favorite.
  • Ripe banana: The more brown spots, the sweeter it will be. You can use either fresh or frozen. Frozen banana will help provide a creamier texture.
  • Pineapple: You can either use fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • Organic matcha powder: Be sure to find a good quality matcha powder that is a bright green color. You can use ceremonial grade, latte grade, or even culinary grade matcha with this recipe.
  • Vanilla extract
  • Pure maple syrup: I love this as a natural sweetener, but feel free to substitute your own favorite sweetener of choice. Agave nectar or a date would work great too.
  • Ice cubes
Two glasses of vegan coconut vanilla matcha smoothies

Caffeine note: Just a friendly reminder that matcha green tea powder does contain caffeine!

To reduce the amount, you could significantly cut or simply halve the matcha powder from 2 teaspoons to 1 teaspoon if desired.

Overhead view of two coconut matcha smoothies sprinkled with matcha powder

For more inspiration, also browse all vegan drink recipes.

Two glasses of vegan coconut vanilla matcha smoothies

Coconut Vanilla Matcha Smoothie

An energizing smoothie with coconut, banana, pineapple, and matcha green tea powder. Naturally sweetened and so refreshing!
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
Servings: 2 smoothies

Ingredients

  • 14 oz. can light coconut milk
  • 1 ripe banana (frozen if desired)
  • 1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tsp. organic matcha powder
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract (more/less to taste)
  • 1-2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup (or other sweetener)
  • Small handful ice

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Matcha: Any grade of matcha will work with this recipe; ceremonial, latte, or culinary. Be sure to find a good quality organic matcha with bright green color.
Recipe adapted from A Couple Cooks.

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Nutrition Facts
Coconut Vanilla Matcha Smoothie
Amount per Serving
Calories
310
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
13
g
81
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Potassium
 
330
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
38
g
13
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
22
g
24
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
286
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
45
mg
55
%
Calcium
 
25
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Sodium content: This is omitted as I cannot provide an accurate number. I encourage you to calculate your own to provide a much more precise reading based on the exact ingredients, brands, and amounts you're using.

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  1. Vanessa says

    August 03, 2019 at 8:55 am

    Thanks for sharing! Does it have to be the canned milk?

    Reply
    • Kaitlin says

      September 16, 2019 at 9:34 am

      Hi Vanessa! Canned coconut milk is a lot richer and creamier than the carton coconut milk (which seems to be a lot more diluted/watered down.) Both will certainly work but the canned will result in a thicker, creamier smoothie if that's what you desire. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Geraldine Cook says

    July 24, 2018 at 6:37 pm

    Just made this delicious smoothie, definitely be making it again. The pineapple and banana made it really refreshing for summer.

    Reply
    • Kaitlin says

      September 05, 2018 at 4:18 pm

      That's so great, Geraldine! Thanks for giving it a try!

      Reply
    • Dee says

      March 08, 2020 at 5:06 am

      5 stars
      THANK YOU for great tasting smoothie!

      Reply
      • Kaitlin says

        March 10, 2020 at 9:57 am

        Wonderful to hear you enjoyed it, Dee! Thanks for the feedback - it's very appreciated!

        Reply
  3. Barbara Winkler-Scott says

    January 02, 2017 at 8:31 pm

    I was given ceremonial grade. Is that ok to use?

    Reply
    • Kaitlin says

      January 03, 2017 at 5:42 pm

      Absolutely! I've used ceremonial, latte, and culinary grade for this before.

      Reply

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