Protein Coffee Recipe

The best way to add protein to your coffee is with my protein coffee recipe. It's creamy, satisfying, and takes less than a minute to make. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 1

Total Time 1

Servings serving

Calories 120kcal

Author Arman Liew

Equipment

Nespresso machine

Ingredients

2 ounces espresso or cold brew * see notes
1/3 cup protein shake 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder blended with 1/2 cup milk or water
1 teaspoon sugar optional

Instructions

Add ice to a glass and pour the brewed espresso or cold brew on top.
Pour the protein shake over the top. Add some sugar if it isn't sweet enough and add more ice if needed.

Video

Notes

* I typically use two Nespresso pods or two shots of espresso coffee. Cold brew works well, or even instant coffee (12- teaspoons mixed with 2 teaspoons hot water).

TO STORE. Leftovers will keep well in the refrigerator, covered, for up to three days. Give the drink a good mix before consuming.

TO FREEZE. Pour the proffee in an ice cube tray and when ready to enjoy, blend it back up.

Best protein to use-

Whey protein powder- The cleanest of all protein powders, this kind is derived from milk and has a rapid absorption rate. It also comes in tons of flavors.

Brown rice protein powder- No dairy or gluten in it, it's easy to digest and derived from brown rice. It typically only comes in vanilla or chocolate. It's vegan friendly, too.

Casein protein powder- Similar to whey, this protein powder is also derived from dairy, but it is slow digesting. It's naturally thicker than the other protein powders.

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