This perfect Protein Coffee Shake is the perfect way to up the protein intake with your morning coffee! Mixing coffee and homemade protein milk makes for a perfect mashup of a high protein breakfast and some caffeine to get you going. it's ready in 5 minutes or less and is 29 grams of protein per serving!
This recipe is the perfect way to get your coffee and a high protein breakfast, all in one! It's like a coffee protein smoothie, and it tastes amazing. It's the sweet spot between a delicious treat, practical, quick, and healthy!
Looking for more delicious ways to jazz up your morning coffee? Try this keto pumpkin spice latte, this iced pumpkin spice latte, this strawberry latte, this maple latte, or this sweet cream cold foam. If you want another protein option, try these protein overnight oats!
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❤️Why we love this recipe
- Quick and easy - Ideal for busy mornings, this recipe is ready in under 5 minutes with a blender!
- Made with simple ingredients - Made with every day pantry and kitchen staples you probably already have on hand. Anything you don't have on hand can be found at most grocery stores.
- The perfect coffee option - No need to dirty extra dishes or take extra time, this easy protein coffee is the perfect start to the day. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and now it comes protein packed, with a good dose of caffeine!
- Delicious and healthy coffee recipe - This recipe is a great way to help you hit your protein goals, and it's simple. It's also naturally sweetened with maple syrup instead of added refined sugar, and it's creamy, with a delicious coffee flavor.
- Suitable for different diet types - This recipe is naturally gluten-free, and can be made low carb and keto friendly, and even vegan if desired.
☕️Ingredients
Here are the ingredients we used for this recipe. You can find more information for substitutions below.
- Protein powder - We used vanilla protein powder (affiliate link) to add a little extra sweetness. Anything you prefer is fine.
- Milk of choice - We used ultra-filtered whole milk for extra protein and creaminess.
- Cold brew coffee - Iced coffee and espresso can also be used.
- Vanilla extract & a dash of cinnamon - Optional, but delicious, and it adds something extra special to the drink.
- Kosher salt - To balance the sweetness.
- Ice cubes - For serving.
Visit the recipe card for the full quantities and nutritional information.
✨Substitutions & variations
Here are a few suggestions of different flavors to try, or simple variations of this drink.
- Quicker version - You can also use your favorite pre-made protein shake instead of the homemade protein milk to make this drink even faster without the blender.
- Low carb - Use your favorite sugar free sweetener. We love using sugar free maple syrup as a 1:1 substitute for traditional maple syrup. You can use your favorite keto sweetener, we love Swerve confectioners. Be sure to use a low carb milk, that's unsweetened. Unsweetened vanilla almond milk, or coconut milk would make great options.
- Dairy free - Instead of using whey protein powder, use your favorite dairy free protein powder. Collagen powder or collagen peptides are also a good choice. Also, be sure to use a dairy free milk.
- Vegan - Use your favorite plant-based milk, like oat or soy milk. You'll also need to use a plant-based protein powder.
- For a hot drink - If you prefer hot drinks, you can make this drink hot instead of cold. To do so, heat the milk before blending it with the other ingredients to make the protein milk. Pour over a hot coffee, and enjoy!
- More or less sweet - Add sweetener to taste.
- Chocolate flavored - Use chocolate protein powder, and even some cocoa powder to give this drink a chocolatey flavor.
- Add more protein - If you like, you can add more scoops of protein powder.
- Blended frappuccino - If desired, you can add the coffee and ice to the blender along with all the other ingredients to make a creamy blended protein frappuccino.
🔪Prep work
- Measure out all ingredients.
📋Instructions
Add milk to a blender, or to a large mixing glass, (Image 1) followed by the protein powder, salt, and cinnamon. (Image 2)
Add the vanilla extract and maple syrup. (Image 3)
Blend until completely combined and smooth using the blender or an immersion blender. (Image 4)
Add cold brew to a glass with ice, (Image 5) and pour in the creamy milk mixture. (Image 6)
Sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon, and enjoy!
✨Top tip
- Sweeten to taste. If making this drink for the first time, start with less sweetener, then add more to taste if desired.
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💭Frequently Asked Questions
This drink is best enjoyed right away, and we don't recommend making it in advance. However, if you need to save it, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. If possible, avoid pouring it over ice if you plan to have leftovers.
Yes, or a protein shaker bottle. Blending is the best option but you can also make this by shaking the ingredients vigorously in a jar with a lid.
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📖 Recipe
Protein Coffee Recipe
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 4 ounces milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 scoop protein powder
- ice for serving
- 4 ounces cold brew coffee (or iced coffee)
Instructions
- Add milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, protein powder, salt, and cinnamon to a high-speed blender to make the protein milk. Blend until smooth and frothy.
- Add ice to a glass, followed by the cold brew or iced coffee. Top with the frothy protein milk. Garnish with a pinch of cinnamon. Enjoy!
Notes
- Sweeten to taste.
- For a quicker version, use a pre-made protein shake instead of making the protein milk portion.
- Low carb - Use your favorite sugar free sweetener, and a low carb milk.
- Dairy free - Instead of using whey protein powder, use your favorite dairy free protein powder and dairy free milk.
- Vegan - Use your favorite plant-based milk, like oat or soy milk. You'll also need to use a plant-based protein powder.
- For a hot drink - Heat the milk before blending it with the other ingredients to make the protein milk. Pour over a hot coffee, and enjoy!
- Add more protein - If you like, you can add more scoops of protein powder.
- Blended frappuccino - If desired, you can add the coffee and ice to the blender along with all the other ingredients to make a creamy blended protein frappuccino.
Nutrition
These nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy and are only estimates. We cannot guarantee the accuracy.
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