Trying to figure out what to do with that leftover coffee? From brownies to muffins to popsicles, here are twenty easy ideas for using leftover coffee.
If I’m being honest, coffee is probably my favorite meal of the day. What can I say? I love a good pick me up. Whether you like it hot or cold, strong or weak, I’m guessing you always have a little leftover in the pot after brewing – am I right?
Don’t toss that liquid gold – turn it into something new and delicious! Below are 20 healthy and delicious ideas for using leftover coffee.
Chocolate Espresso Protein Smoothie
5 minutes
Thick, creamy and packed with protein, this chocolate espresso smoothie will give you all-day energy.
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Raspberry Mocha Latte Overnight Oats
For an easy, make-ahead breakfast that tastes totally indulgent but packs in superfoods and a great kickstart to your day, mix up a jar (or several) of Raspberry Mocha Latte Overnight Oats.
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Coffee Crusted Flank Steak
20 minutes
Flank steak is rubbed with a coffee-infused dry spice mixture then grilled (or broiled) to juicy perfection.
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Raspberry Coffee Smoothie
Raspberry Coffee Smoothie made with delicious chilled coffee, frozen raspberries and creamy coconut milk, is the perfect pick me up treat.
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Vanilla Bean Horchata Iced Coffee
This homemade vanilla bean horchata iced coffee is downright delicious. Homemade horchata made with lots of vanilla beans and cinnamon and then mixed with cold brew coffee. This drink is made for all you iced coffee lovers!
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Healthy Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino
5 minutes
Frothy chocolate and coffee perfection – this healthy knock-off of the Starbucks mocha frappuccino has all the flavor, none of the guilt.
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Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Slow Cooker Pot Roast is melt in your mouth tender. Chuck roast is slow cooked with potatoes, carrots, onions, coffee and vegetable broth to create a flavorful meal. Put this crock pot roast recipe on your holiday table, or let it cook on a busy day and come home to a warm, comforting meal.
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Coffee Smoothie
Coffee Smoothie – The perfect way to start your morning with coffee, oats, flaxseeds and bananas, all in one! Combining our two morning loves, coffees and smoothies, for people on the go.
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Coffee Protein Shake
With just a few simple ingredients, this Coffee Protein Shake is the perfect way to refuel after a tough workout!
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Coffee Rubbed Ribeyes
47 minutes
Just in time for grilling season, these Coffee Crusted Grilled Ribeyes are easy enough for a weeknight dinner but fancy enough for company.
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Gluten Free Fudge Brownies
50 minutes
These thick and fudgy brownies are topped with a chocolate espresso frosting sending these gluten free treats to the next level.
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Coffee Chocolate Overnight Oats
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Iced Coffee Margarita
Iced Coffee Margarita mixed with tequila, a lemon twist and served in a rimmed glass of ground coffee and sugar. Talk about an eye-opener!
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Banana Coffee Cashew Smoothie
A banana coffee cashew smoothie will get your day started on the right foot! It has a jolt of caffeine from coffee, and healthy fats and protein from cashews. Sweetness and vitamins from bananas round this smoothie out and make it a delicious breakfast option.
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Greek Yogurt Popsicles
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Banana Coffee Cacao Smoothie Recipe
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Chocolate Chip Gingerbread Latte Muffins
These sweet and mildly spiced gingerbread latte muffins are infused with robust brewed coffee, topped with a sweet coffee glaze and sprinkled with tender shredded coconut.
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Coffee Crisps
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COCONUT COFFEE SMOOTHIE
Rich and creamy, this Coconut Coffee Smoothie, full of coconut-chocolate flavor, is a HEALTHY and DELICIOUS way to start your day!
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Someone was just asking me if I had a good recipe for pot roast in a slow cooker. I’ll have to send them these!
That’s perfect!!
Brilliant roundup! My boo is constantly leaving half a pot left over so this is a very appropriate grouping of recipe inspirations for me :-)
That’s perfect then!!
I just loved all the recipes made out of leftover Coffee. Thanks for sharing these healthy and delicious recipes.
Thank you for sharing my leftover coffee ice cubes!
This is such a clever round up of recipes! Leftover coffee is so common, and you have found so many inventive ways to use it!
Thank you so much for this great set of recipe!!! Love them all especially the iced cubs. Perfect for summer time!!
thanks for including me, Liz! we haven’t had much leftover coffee lately (see – 7 month old baby who STILL doesn’t sleep) but i might start making extra just to try some of these!