Description
This creamy Coffee Protein Shake combines brewed coffee, banana, and protein powder for a nutritious post-workout boost or quick breakfast. Enhanced with almond butter and a touch of sweetness, it’s both delicious and satisfying. Enjoy it fresh or store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brewed coffee (cooled to room temperature)
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
- 1 medium banana (frozen for a creamier texture)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (or any nut butter of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled shake)
Instructions
- Brew a cup of your favorite coffee and let it cool to room temperature.
- Peel and slice the banana. For a creamier shake, use a frozen banana.
- Lay out all your ingredients on the kitchen counter.
- Pour the cooled brewed coffee into a blender.
- Add the scoop of protein powder.
- Toss in the sliced banana.
- Spoon in the almond butter.
- Add honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Add the unsweetened almond milk.
- Add the vanilla extract.
- If desired, add ice cubes for a chilled shake.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the shake and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Add more milk if too thick, or more frozen banana if too thin.
- Pour the shake into a glass or shaker bottle.
- Top with cocoa powder, coffee beans, or whipped cream if desired.
- Best enjoyed fresh.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use plant-based protein powder and maple syrup.
- Feel free to customize with different nut butters or milk alternatives.
- This shake can be a great pre- or post-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes