This Protein Iced Coffee Recipe takes just a few minutes to put together and it's an easy way to give your protein intake a bit of a boost. I am a coffee lover, and this protein coffee is sweet and creamy, and a much healthier alternative to those store bought protein shakes.
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I am focusing on upping my protein at the moment, and whilst I try to get the majority of my protein from my food, sometimes I need to supplement that. Usually, I'd have eggs for breakfast, but if I am having a lower protein breakfast, then I will give it a boost with this protein coffee recipe.
I mean, I am having coffee anyway. Might as well make a high protein version. Protein and a caffeine hit!
Those store bought protein coffee shakes are popular now, but if you look at the ingredients list - they are full of junk. Making iced protein coffee yourself is a much healthier option, and it contains just 3 ingredients. And you don't even need to leave your house!
Looking for more high protein recipes? Why not try our festive Protein Snowballs, quick Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets, creamy High Protein Scrambled Eggs or our easy Cottage Cheese Bagels?
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Coffee - You want to use espresso shots in this recipe. Use your favorite coffee.
- Protein Powder - The type of protein powder you use is important. The reason why we make protein iced coffee ourselves, rather than buying it at the shop is because we don't want it full of additives. Unfortunately, a lot of protein powder is. So, look for one with the fewest ingredients possible. Here is the Protein Powder that we use. You can use vanilla protein powder or chocolate.
- Milk - We made this into a protein iced latte, as that's our preference. But you could just add water instead if you didn't want a latte.
- Ice - A must for an iced coffee.
Variations
Syrup - If you loved a flavored syrup in your coffee usually, then it can be added here as well. Hazelnut and caramel are always my favorites. You could also just stir some sugar or stevia into the hot espresso.
Mocha - To make a mocha version, you can mix some dark cocoa powder, or cacao powder, with the protein powder for a chocolate flavor.
How To Make Protein Coffee
- Step 1: Brew your coffee.
- Step 2: In a large jug that has a sealable lid, pour in the milk, coffee, ice and protein powder.
- Step 3: Shake well to mix everything together.
- Step 4: Pour into glasses to serve.
Serving Suggestions
This should be served the same way that you would serve any iced coffee. In a glass with lots of ice. But, if you think of the kind of things that would be added in your local coffee shop, then they are options here too.
To make this iced protein coffee more indulgent, you can add some whipped cream, a drizzle or chocolate sauce or a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Did you know it's easy to make your own cold foam to add on top? Follow our recipe for Protein Cold Foam and add an extra 16 grams of protein to your drink!
Dannii's Top Tip
- If you can't make espresso, then you can use instant coffee to make iced coffee with protein powder.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is best enjoyed fresh, however if you do have leftovers then it can be stored in a glass jar with a lid in the fridge until the next day.
Yes, if you use a vegan protein powder and a plant based milk (oat milk is our favorite), then this can be adapted to be vegan.
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Recipe
Protein Iced Coffee
Ingredients
- 2 shot of Espresso
- 500 ml (2 cups) of Skimmed milk
- 90 g (6 tablespoons) of Protein powder
- 2 cup of Ice
Instructions
- Brew your coffee.
- In a large jug that has a sealable lid, pour in the milk, coffee, ice and protein powder.
- Shake well to mix everything together.
- Pour into glasses to serve.
Recipe Tips
- If you can't make espresso, then you can use instant coffee to make iced coffee with protein powder.
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Tracy says
What protein powder di you use please?
Dannii Martin says
The one I use is linked to in the ingredients section at the top of the post.