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Iced Coffee Protein Shake is a healthy and refreshing drink packed with the nutrients and flavor of the coffee. It is usually made with milk, iced coffee, banana, and protein powder. This Iced Coffee Protein Shake is one of the best and healthy pick-me-up drinks that is perfect to enjoy after working out especially when you are a coffee lover.
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- What is Iced Coffee Protein Shake?
- Ingredients and Substitutions Overview
- How to Make Iced Coffee Protein Shake at Home?
- Iced Coffee Protein Shake
- Recipe Video
- Chef's Notes and Tips
- Nutrition Info
- Serving Suggestions
- Storage Suggestions
What is Iced Coffee Protein Shake?
Iced Coffee Protein Shake is a healthy and protein-rich drink with a combination of coffee and a basic protein shake. It is typically made with iced coffee, milk, protein powder, and sometimes also with chocolate to enhance the flavor. This Iced Coffee Protein Shake is one of the easy-to-make drinks that comes together in just 5 minutes.
Not only is it easy to make but also filled with healthy nutrients that are essential for your body. And it is also a filling drink that keeps you full especially when you are in weight loss management. This shake is perfect to drink to serve for breakfast or a refreshing snack after a workout.
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Ingredients and Substitutions Overview
You will need simple ingredients to make this Iced coffee Protein Shake. You may easily find them in most supermarkets around.
- Coffee - I have used cold brew coffee here, you can also use iced coffee or any instant coffee powder of your choice
- Almond Milk - Almond milk, and coconut milk make the best vegan-friendly options for this drink but feel free to use regular milk according to your preferences
- Protein Powder - I have used plant-based vanilla protein powder here, feel free to use the one you prefer depending on your diet plan or weight loss management
- Banana - You can use fresh or frozen banana for this shake and if you are looking for keto-friendly then you can swap it with avocado
- Ice Cubes - Ice cubes give good thickness to the drink and adjust the quantity of how thick you want it to be. I love my shake drinkable not like a thick smoothie, so I just added 3 ice cubes here
- Maple Syrup (optional) - It is an optional ingredient to sweeten your drink
How to Make Iced Coffee Protein Shake at Home?
The recipe I have shared here is a basic Iced Coffee Protein Shake. I have used homemade cold brew coffee, almond milk, and plant-based vanilla flavor protein powder. Hence the shake is a perfect drink when you are looking for a vegan-friendly option.
You can also find similar shake recipes below and more at healthy drinks recipes and coffee recipes.
Iced Coffee Protein Shake
Iced Coffee Protein Shake is a healthy and refreshing drink packed with the nutrients and flavor of the coffee. It is usually made with milk, iced coffee, banana, and protein powder. This Iced Coffee Protein Shake is one of the best and healthy pick-me-up drinks that is perfect to enjoy after work out especially when you are a coffee lover.
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Author: Sangeetha Vel
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Course: Shakes
Cuisine: American
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Adjust 2 cup
Ingredients
- 1½ cup Almond Milk, unsweetened
- 1 Banana
- 1 scoop Protein Powder, vanilla flavor-plant based
- ½ cup Cold Brew Coffee
- Ice Cubes, as needed
Instructions
To make Iced Coffee Protein Shake
In a blender jar, addalmond milk, banana, ice cubes, protein powder, andcold brew coffee
Close the lid of the jar and blend until everything turns smooth on a blender
Remove the jar from the blender and pour the shake into a serving glass. And now the delicious and healthy Iced Coffee ProteinShakeis ready for you to taste and enjoy
To Serve
Serve this Iced Coffee Protein Shake for breakfast or a quick pick me up snack after a workout
Recipe Video
Chef's Notes and Tips
Here are some tips to perfect your Iced Coffee Protein Shake:
- For a rich and thick shake - I have used a minimal amount of ice cubes and fresh bananas for an easy-to-drink shake but you can also add more ice cubes or frozen bananas for a thicker protein shake
- Protein Powder Options - Feel free to use a protein powder of your choice that best suits your preferences and I have used plant-based vanilla protein powder here
- Coffee - Cold brew coffee, iced coffee, or frozen iced coffee cubes work best for this recipe
- For Keto-Friendly Shake - You can replace banana with avocado, you can use almond milk, or also replace it with coconut milk for a vegan-friendly iced coffee protein shake
- Serving - Serve this shake as a quick breakfast, after-workout snack, or as a quick pick-me-up snack at any time of the day
Nutrition Info
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 29mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g
Disclaimer: We’re not nutrition experts. Nutritional info is estimated and should be used as a guide. For precise details, consult a professional.
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Serving Suggestions
Serve this healthy shake as a quick grab-and-go breakfast or snack after a workout. You can also enjoy this snack for mid-day hunger pangs.
Storage Suggestions
I would recommend making this shake as fresh as possible to enjoy the fresh flavor and taste. But you can make the cold brew coffee ahead or you can also store the coffee in ice cube trays for future Iced Coffee Protein Shakes.
