5-Minute Coffee Protein Shake (Printable)

A creamy, energizing shake blending coffee, protein powder, banana, and almond milk for a quick boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup chilled brewed coffee
02 - 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
03 - ½ frozen banana
04 - ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 3–4 ice cubes
07 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Optional Add-ins

08 - 1 tablespoon peanut butter
09 - 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
10 - Dash of cinnamon
11 - Sweetener of choice

# Directions:

01 - Brew the coffee and let it cool for about 10 minutes, or chill in the refrigerator for a colder shake.
02 - In a high-speed blender, combine the cooled coffee, protein powder, frozen banana, almond milk, vanilla extract, ice cubes, sea salt, and any desired optional add-ins.
03 - Blend on high for about 30 seconds or until completely smooth and frothy, scraping down the sides as needed.
04 - Taste and adjust the consistency: add more milk if too thick or a touch of sweetener if desired.
05 - Pour into a chilled glass or shaker bottle. Garnish with coffee beans or a dusting of cocoa powder, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get real café flavor without the sugar crash or the $7 price tag, and it's genuinely delicious every single time.
  • It's packed with 24 grams of protein but tastes like a dessert shake, so you're actually excited to drink it instead of forcing it down.
  • The whole thing comes together in the time it takes you to check your phone, perfect for mornings when you're barely awake.
02 -
  • A regular blender might not get your shake as smooth and creamy as a high-powered one, so if you're using a basic blender, blend longer and don't add as much ice.
  • Frozen banana is essential—a fresh banana will turn your shake thin and soupy, and you'll end up disappointed.
  • Protein powder brands vary wildly in flavor, so if you're not in love with your shake the first time, the powder might be the culprit, not your technique.
03 -
  • A shaker bottle works just as well as a glass if you're taking this on the go, and honestly sometimes the shake stays colder longer in a sealed bottle than in an open glass.
  • If your shake tastes too thick like soft serve and won't move through your straw, add milk a tablespoon at a time until it reaches the consistency you want instead of overdoing it all at once.
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