MannaBrew Banana & Protein Smoothie

MannaBrew   |   Posted on July 04 2025
MannaBrew Banana & Protein Smoothie

A rich, creamy smoothie combining brewed MannaBrew, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, and nut butter.

Serves: 1

Difficulty: Very Easy

Preparation time: 5 mins (+ cooling time for MannaBrew)

Ingredients

  • 250 ml MannaBrew, strongly brewed and chilled

  • 1 frozen banana (approx. 100–120 g)

  • 125 g Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option)

  • 15 g (1 tbsp) almond, peanut, or cashew butter

  • 25–30 g (1 scoop) plant-based or whey protein powder (optional)

  • 1 g (½ tsp) ground cinnamon

  • 5 ml / 7 g (1 tsp) raw honey (optional, for sweetness)

  • 1 pinch fine sea salt

  • 4–5 ice cubes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep Base: Brew a portion of MannaBrew and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator prior to preparing the smoothie.

  2. Blend: Place the chilled MannaBrew, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, nut butter, optional protein powder, ground cinnamon, sea salt, optional honey, and ice cubes into a high-speed blender.

  3. Emulsify: Blend on high speed for 45–60 seconds until completely smooth, thick, and creamy.

  4. Serve: Taste and adjust sweetness if desired. Pour into a glass or shaker bottle and serve immediately.

TIP: To prep ahead, freeze sliced ripe bananas in individual portion bags so they are ready to blend instantly.

Key benefits of drinking MannaBrew:

1. 100% Caffeine-Free

MannaBrew provides a rich, coffee-like flavor without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption, perfect for pregnant women, kids, and anyone avoiding caffeine.

2. Naturally Energizing

While caffeine-free, the nutrient-dense Mesquite beans support natural energy levels thanks to slow-releasing carbohydrates and essential nutrients.

3. Packed with Nutrients

Mesquite beans are a natural source of: Magnesium, Zinc, Calcium, Iron, & Dietary fiber. These help support metabolism, bone health, digestion, and immunity.

4. Gut-Friendly

MannaBrew contains prebiotic fiber, which helps feed the good bacteria in your gut and supports better digestion and gut health.

5. Blood Sugar Friendly

The low-GI properties of Mesquite help regulate blood sugar levels, it is ideal for people managing insulin resistance, diabetes, or sugar spikes.

6. Naturally Sweet, No Sugar Needed

It's naturally sweet, nutty taste means most people enjoy it without needing to add sugar or sweeteners.

7. Sustainable & Ethical

From invasive tree to purposeful brew. MannaBrew supports people, land, and long-term sustainability.

8. Safe for the Whole Family

MannaBrew is safe for pregnant women, nursing moms, and children.

9. Karoo Mesquite

In the landscapes of South Africa’s Northern Cape and Karoo, we harvest the sweet, nutrient-rich pods of the honey mesquite tree — transforming what was once an invasive species into a superfood!