Coffee Protein Shake Recipes: A Simple Way to Combine Protein + Your Morning Coffee
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Busy mornings don’t always leave room for a full breakfast — but that doesn’t mean nutrition has to take a back seat. Coffee protein shakes are an easy, efficient way to combine your morning caffeine with high-quality protein, supporting energy, focus, and muscle maintenance in one simple drink.
These shakes are especially helpful if you:
Prefer light or liquid breakfasts
Want steady energy without a mid-morning crash
Are focusing on balanced nutrition with adequate protein
Need something fast but still filling
A note on coffee quality
Using low-mycotoxin coffee ] can be helpful for people who are sensitive to mold toxins or who notice jitters, headaches, or digestive discomfort from coffee. Choosing high-quality, tested coffee beans may support better digestion and smoother energy — especially when coffee is part of a daily routine.
Paired with protein, these shakes can:
Slow caffeine absorption for more stable energy
Support muscle and metabolism
Improve satiety compared to coffee alone
Each recipe below contains 30 grams of protein or more and can be adjusted based on calorie needs, dairy preferences, or sweetness level.
1. Classic Mocha Protein Shake
Chocolate + coffee — simple and familiar
Ingredients
1 cup cold brewed coffee
1 scoop chocolate protein powder (≈25g protein)
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp cocoa powder
Ice as desired
Directions
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Approximate Nutrition
Calories: 320
Protein: 35g
Carbs: 12g
Fat: 6g
2. Chocolate Caramel Coffee Protein Shake
Chocolate, coffee, caramel notes without added sugar
Ingredients
1 cup coldbrewed coffee
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
½ cup cottage cheese
1 tsp caramel extract or sugar-free caramel syrup
Ice
Directions
Blend until creamy and smooth.
Approximate Nutrition
Calories: 330
Protein: 38g
Carbs: 10g
Fat: 5g
3. White Chocolate Coffee Protein Shake
Smooth, creamy, and slightly sweet
Ingredients
1 cup chilled coffee
1 scoop vanilla or white chocolate protein powder
½ cup milk of choice
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Ice
Directions
Blend well. Adjust sweetness if needed.
Approximate Nutrition
Calories: 340
Protein: 36g
Carbs: 14g
Fat: 6g
4. Mexican Spiced Coffee Protein Shake
Warm spices with a subtle kick
Ingredients
1 cup cold brewed coffee
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
½ cup almond milk
½ cup Greek yogurt
¼ tsp cinnamon
Pinch of cayenne or chili powder
Ice
Directions
Blend until smooth and lightly frothy.
Approximate Nutrition
Calories: 320
Protein: 35g
Carbs: 11g
Fat: 6g
5. Salted Chocolate Coffee Protein Shake
Sweet + salty balance
Ingredients
1 cup coffee
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
½ cup cottage cheese
Pinch of sea salt
Ice
Directions
Blend until creamy. Add salt slowly to taste.
Approximate Nutrition
Calories: 330
Protein: 38g
Carbs: 9g
Fat: 5g
6. Triple Chocolate Coffee Protein Shake
For serious chocolate lovers
Ingredients
1 cup cold brewed coffee
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
½ cup chocolate milk (or almond milk + cocoa)
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp cocoa powder
Ice
Directions
Blend thoroughly until thick and smooth.
Approximate Nutrition
Calories: 360
Protein: 40g
Carbs: 15g
Fat: 7g
Helpful Notes & Modifications
Enjoy these recipes! If you’re looking for modifications, we’ve got tips & ideas to get you started:
Higher calories needed? Add a tablespoon of nut butter or extra milk
Lower carb option: Use almond milk and cottage cheese
Dairy-free: Use plant-based protein powder + soy or pea milk
Sweeter taste: Add cinnamon or vanilla before adding sweeteners
Thicker shake: Use frozen ice cubes, frozen coffee, or coffee ice cubes
More protein: Add and extra 1/2 scoop - 1 full scoop of protein powder
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