This whole foods Mocha Shake has only 5 ingredients and whips up in seconds! Creamy, chocoaltey and so healthy. Vegan. I’ve partnered with Jenny Bean Coffee to bring you a delicious recipe. Thank you for supporting Vanilla And Bean and brands of integrity! All opinions are my own. 
I’ve been dreaming up this shake for a long time. After discovering the magic of cashews in Bourbon Soaked Cherry Ice Cream, then in Caesar Dressing, I’m realizing the versatility of the humble cashew.
Next thing I know…..
Boom!
I’ve got a creamy, dreamy whole foods Mocha Shake.
Even though this shake is healthful, it tastes completely decadent. My inner Texan is sayn’ Yeeeeeee Hawwwwwww!!!
Since I love whippin’ up delicious things on a whim, I’ve started stockpiling cashews, bags of coffee ice cubes and bananas in my freezer. I feel the need to make sure I’m ready when a chocolatey, rich and creamy craving strikes.
After discovering Jenny Bean Coffee through my CSA, I knew I wanted to partner with Jennifer to share her organic, small-batch roasted coffee on Vanilla And Bean. This recipe was inspired by her coffee.
I learned from Jennifer that next to oil, coffee is the most heavily traded and chemically treated commodity in the world. Jennifer roasts 100% organic beans in small batches and is mostly fair trade and shade-grown.
These points are especially important to me when considering the companies I support through my purchases.
Jennifer’s roastery is located right here on beautiful Whidbey Island. She roasts to order in small batches so the beans are at their freshest when they arrive at your door. You can come all the way to Whidbey Island to pick up your favorite roast or, lucky for us, she has an online shop where your favorite blend can be ordered.
My favorite roast for this shake is Bistro Blend, a full-bodied French roast with a nutty, chocolate finish. It helps mellow the flavor of the bananas so that espresso notes shine through. Captain’s Joe is also a good choice for this recipe, with its rich earthy and dark chocolate notes. It’s also a French roast.
So, grab your frozen coffee and whip up this mouthwateringly chocolatey rich and decadent Mocha Shake! You’ll be whippin this one up over and over again.
Mocha Shake
Ingredients
For the Shake:
- 1/4 C Raw Cashews soaked in almost boiling water for 10 minutes or for at least 2 hours in room temp water or up to 24 hours, then rinsed, 56g
- 3/4 C Espresso or Strong Coffee frozen* (See Note), 92g
- 2 Frozen Bananas 182g
- 2 Tbs Raw Cacao
- 2 Medjool Dates pitted
- 3/4 C Water 168g
For the Coconut Whip (Optional):
- 1/2 C Coconut Creme from top of can of full fat coconut milk refrigerated overnight., 190g
- 2 tsp Maple Syrup
- 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract or 1/4 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste
Options For Garnish:
- Chopped Chocolate
- Cocoa Nibs
- Cacao Powder
- Cherry
- Cinnamon
- Hemp Hearts
Instructions
For the Shake:
- In a blender, I use VitaMix to get the shake perfectly smooth, add the cashews, frozen coffee, frozen bananas, cacao, dates and water. Blend starting on low speed then increasing to high for 45 seconds or until all the contents are blended and smooth. Use the tamper as needed. The mixture will be thick.
For the Coconut Whip (Optional):
- Using a stand mixer, beat the coconut creme, maple syrup and vanilla until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
To Assemble:
- Pour the shake into a glass, dollop a scoop of whip on the top and garnish.
- Enjoy right away.
Recipe Notes
*Freeze the coffee in ice cube trays. Once frozen, store them in a freezer bag so they're ready when you are.
Total time above does not reflect the time required to soak the cashews, and freeze the coffee and bananas.
They look amazing Traci! Now I am in Christmas mood! <3
I know you’d love this Lara! Thank you for stopping by! :D
This looks divine! Coffee + Chocolate = Heaven.
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Thank you Stacey! :D I like it too!
Mmmm! If anything I now really want to go make batches of coffee ice cubes! Why hadn’t I ever thought of that!?
Hehe… I know, right? Such an easy thing to do with refreshing rewards! :D
I like my coffee with 1/2 and 1/2 or a flavored creamer.
I’ve been enjoying cold brewed coffee with homemade coconut milk.
Sounds delicious Don! :D
My partner loves coffee! I would definitely gift him this! I like having coffee in baked goods or smoothies, but not on its own!
Ohhh, I love coffee in baked goods and smoothies! :D
Lately, I’ve been enjoying cold brewed coffee with soymilk.
Cold brew is the best in Summer!
Wow this shake looks delicious! I really need to get into freezing coffee in ice cube trays, so good for smoothies and shakes.
I like my coffee iced, and I especially like it the New Orleans style with chicory root in it. Yum!
Do It Sarah! It’s the best in the Summertime! I’ve not tried chicory root in coffee… Need to be on the lookout for it! Thank you Sarah! :D
That mocha shake dripping down the sides of the glass… oh my… I’m drooling…
Hehe… !! :D
Omg this sounds absolutely amazing!!! Nothing can beat coffee + chocolate (and with a cherry on top!).
Thank you Anne! No doubt, the cherry… but they’ll be out of season soon, sadly. Yes to coffee and chocolate! :D
I like my coffee with half-and-half. Or on ice. Or with soy. Or with coconut milk. Actually most ways.
Ummm, I’ve not tried coconut milk, but it sounds delicious! Thanks JD! :D
What a gorgeous shake! I’m always up for trying out new coffee brands, especially when they are smaller roasters like JennyBean. Will have to check them out!
And this might sound weird, but I have this song stuck in my head now,”Shake, shake, shake . . . shake, shake, shake . . . shake your mocha!” I just thought I’d share that with you!
I love your song… uh, now it’s in my head! LOL! Thank you Lisa… I was buying from another local brand, be she is even closer! And it is just fabulous!
Traci this looks SO incredible, mocha is one of my favorite flavors and these shakes would be perfect in this heat! Sounds like you’ve paired with a great company, too! :)
Heyyy, thank you Sam! I love ice cold mochas in the Summer…. just, I’d rather eat my sugar like in cakes or tarts or ice cream, not drink it – although I have eaten this with a spoon (hehe). It’s sooo good!
Hahaha, I totally stockpile cashews too!! You never know when you might want to make something totally amazing with them! Their awesomeness never ceases to amaze me! And this mocha shake looks pretty amazing too!! I’ve been really into chocolate lately and it just looks so thick and creamy and delicious! Love the cherries too :) I hope you are having a great start to your week, Traci!!
Hehe! Cashews are just incredible (gushing)! Oh yes, chocolate… I love it because it never goes out of season! Thank you, Izzy!
Just stop! You are making me drool on my screen ;)
hehe :D !
I usually go for a light roast and drink it black or with a tiny bit of cashew milk
This looks so good! Summer coffee treat perfection!
I always drink my coffee dark and black!
Thaank you Rebecca! :D
I like my coffee black and room-temperature.
girl, these photos are fabulous! definitely have me drooling over this mocha shake. it sounds indulgent yet refreshing all at the same time. i need to try it with my coconut milk ice cream. jennifer is so lucky to have you share her story – sounds like her coffee is fabulous!
i had no idea that, coffee is the most heavily traded and chemically treated commodity in the world. thanks for the tip, and my favorite way to drink coffee is hot, with ghee & honey.
xo
Heeeyy, thank you Amanda! Mmmm coconut milk Ice Cream would be fabulous in this, but I’ve not tried ghee or honey with coffee. I’m intrigued. :D
I love my coffee with cream, sugar, and flavoring.
Black and strong, robust.
Mmmmmm sounds fabulous, Marietta! :D
Just amazing photographs Traci! This recipe looks incredible! I’m seriously drooling!
Thank you Donna! Still gushing over here! :D
This looks sooo sensational girl!
Thank you my dear! :D
Hey you! Okay, so yesterday was one of those long days that seemed to drag on, with endless work deadlines in sight. When I saw these Mocha Shakes on IG, I wanted to drink *all of them*, and possibly dump one over my head ;) They look so luscious, creamy and delicious Traci, not to mention refreshing. And hello, coffee. You don’t have to twist my arm there! Jenny Bean Coffee looks like something I’d love to try.
Speaking of, I’m so glad you mentioned the unfortunate similarities between the oil and coffee trade. To make a long story short (or incredibly boring) I worked in the olive oil industry (yes, there’s such a thing) and learned firsthand how corrupt it is! Small batch and fair trade is the way to go- Thanks for sharing this with us! xx
Heyyyy Em! LOL – dump one over your head… that would feel quite nice in this heat were having! Oh, yes, I’ve heard so much about the olive oil industry.. OMGeee! All my Olive Oil comes from California! :D You’re so right… small batch, fair trade, local and organic – all as much as possible. : D
This looks delicious! Love mocha desserts and this shake is next level delicious :)
Thaaank you Medha! :D
Traci! I love this recipe, and love all the shots!! You do fantastic food photography! I hope you are doing it as a professional too! I am certainly going to make this recipe soon… its so healthy, and I have used dates before in smoothies! Fantastic use instead of sugar! :):)
Thaaank you, Amisha – you’re so sweet. I hope you enjoy the recipe..(gushing over here)!! :D
O.M.G. LOOK AT THIS SHAKE!! Traci…I need one of these nowww!! Wow!! Oh my gawww, I could just slurp the whole thing down in a minute. I’d get brain freeze and I wouldn’t even care!! And the fact that this is made with cashews, dates, and other healthy ingredients means I could drink it all and not even feel an ounce guilty! I can’t even tell you how delicious this shake looks, Traci…seriously amazing! And I love that you support such great companies – it’s so fabulous to see a food blogger supporting brands that are truly changing the food world with their integrity, goodness, and value <3
Hehe… A brain freeze, up! I did it! And you got it! No guilt – the beeessst! :D
I like my coffee in bean form covered in dark chocolate!
I like your style, smfsprout! :D
I like my coffee black to enjoy the full flavor.
thank you
My sister drinks hers black too, but I’ve just not quite acquired the taste … yet?? :D
Just divine, Traci!! I want one of these right about now…we’re getting a heatwave down in SF and this looks like the perfect remedy! And I love that you’re working with a small, local coffee roaster – how cool!
I am a coffee fiend…at one point I was drinking 4 cups of day (!), but now I’ve gotten myself back down to just one. I can’t start my day without it. I’m a vanilla soymilk latte kind of gal, but I also love adding a bit of cocoa in to make a mocha of sorts. That’s only for special occasions, though!
Thank you Julia! It’s perfect in this Summer heat… Girl, 4 cups a day!? Woah! You could have been running a coffee shop! Love a vanilla soymilk latte and adding a bit of chocolate makes coffee even better!
I like it with 2% milk!! This recipe is so nice, I’d like to make it. I’ve also been making pops and healthy ice ceams with similar ingredients all summer!
Ummm pops and ice cream is the best… I think, year round!
Look at these cute little shakes! I love the flavors you went with and the banana and cashew base. I bet these are wonderful on a hot summer afternoon! Love the cherry on top too :)
Thaaank you Beth! Oh yes, on a hot Summer afternoon! Perfect timing! :D
Oh holy yum!! I would even come to Whidbey Island to pick up the coffee to make this shake myself. It looks so easy too. Can’t wait to try it.
LOL – thank you Barb! Yes, do it! Then you could take a little vaca while you’re at it! :D
Please make one of these for me right now! I’m an iced coffee girl in the AM and I can’t drink coffee anywhere after 12pm since it will keep me up – so I’m going to have to make this mocha shake right at high noon! Just lovely, Traci – and your pictures are just gorgeous, so inviting!
Ohhhh you know I would, girl! You know, I rarely drink regular anymore because of that… it’s all Swiss water decaf., except when Jennifer brings me coffee to play with, hehe… Oh, high noon would be perfect timing, Geraldine! Thank you Sunshine! :D
I cannot begin my day without a piping hot cup of coffee…now it looks like I won’t be ending it without a chocolatey rich mocha shake! Delicious, Traci!!
No doubt, coffee is pure comfort. Go freeze that coffee Annie!! :D
I love the idea of Medjool Dates in this recipe and the pictures are beautiful. Looking forward to trying this shake. On my way to freeze some coffee right now, which I’ve never done before. Thanks for your recipe!
Oh yes, the medjool dates. They lend such a good balance of sweetness to this shake! Hope you enjoy it Mary! :D
I’m anything coffee addict and this recipe sounds fantastic. Love all your photos! :)
Thaaaank you Ana! Coffee is such a gift. ;D
Chocolatey, rich and creamy cravings… Who gets those?!! Heeheeh. What a thoughtful recipe Traci — I love that this shake has the full deliciousness factor without all the gunk and the cashews are a delightful and welcome surprise. My freezer has more bananas in it than anything else I think BUT, coffee ice cubes? now that is going to happen sans delay :) great idea… your photos are just lovely. I especially like the one where you are sprinkling chocolate — and the pops of red in the cherry and the straws, wonderful contrast to the cream tones and just so pretty. Thank you for introducing us to Jenny Bean Custom Coffee.
Heheee… OMG – it’s a constant around here! Never ending I tell ya! Kelly, cahsews are just amazing. I am in awe of all they can do! And your freezer is packed with bananas too!? LOL!! Stuff that coffee into the ice trays and get to freezing – it’s hot out there!
This sounds and looks delicious Traci! Love coffee! The frozen ice cubes method is great! Pinning!
Thaaank you Mira! And for your pin!
I like my coffee with soymilk at home, but soy vanilla lattes are a nice treat when I go out!
A treat indeed! I love making coffee at home.
I love my first cup of coffee in the morning with milk. That first cup is heavenly!!!
Indeed, something to be savored! :D
Cold, strong, and creamy, so this sounds like the perfect cup! Can’t wait to try it!
Oh, I like that too! Enjoy Sue!
This sounds delicious!! I drink my coffee with almond milk or 1/2 and 1/2 and a little stevia. Sometimes i add vanilla or have cold brewed :)
Ummm cold brewed, especially in summer is just what I like too! I love the idea of adding vanilla. Thank you Alexandra!
I’m saying YEEEE HAWWWWW! and I’m not even from Texas Traci! This milkshake sounds DELISH and of course looks GORGEOUS!! Interesting info and story on Jenny Bean Coffee too!
No doubt Mary Ann! Thank you!! :D
Traci, what a great idea. And the pictures. You truly are my food photography goddess!
Hehe ;D Thank you Deb!!