Description
A simple and satisfying coffee blend that combines your morning brew with protein for a healthier breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh brewed coffee or cold brew
- 1 scoop protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- Milk, almond milk, or oat milk (optional)
- Ice (for iced version)
Instructions
- Brew coffee and let it cool slightly, or use cold brew.
- In a shaker bottle, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of coffee first.
- Add 1 scoop of protein powder and shake until smooth.
- Pour in the rest of the coffee, add ice, and a splash of milk if desired.
- If you want a smoother texture, blend in a blender with ice for 10 to 15 seconds.
Notes
Start with half a scoop of protein powder if new to avoid stomach upset. Choose protein powders that mix well and avoid overly sweetened add-ins to keep calories in check.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: protein coffee, weight loss, breakfast drink, coffee recipe