Iced coffee protein shake for weight loss

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. The recipe I have shared here shows you how to make Iced Coffee Protein Shake with easy step-by-step instructions for you to try and enjoy at home.

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What is Iced Coffee Protein Shake?
Ingredients
How to make Iced Coffee Protein Shake?
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Iced Coffee Protein Shake Recipe video
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Iced Coffee Protein Shake
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Is protein iced coffee good for weight loss?
Is it OK to drink protein shakes when trying to lose weight?
Is it OK to put coffee in protein shake?
Should I drink protein shakes if I want to lose belly fat?

I have also shared a detailed video of this recipe below to show the making process visually clear. 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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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 it is 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.

Ingredients

The ingredients you will need to make this Iced coffee Protein Shake are simple. 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, coconut milk makes a 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 your diet paln 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 sawp it with avocado
Ice Cubes - Ice cubes gives good thickness to the drink and adjust the quantity how thick you want it to be. I love my shake drinkable not like as 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?

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.

Following are the high-level instructions to make this drink but for detailed step-by-step instructions with photo and video, please check out the recipe card below.

Add the Ingredients - In a blender jar, add almond milk, banana, ice cubes, protein powder, and cold brew coffee
Blend - Close the lid of the jar and grind until everything turns smooth on a blender
Remove - Remove the jar from the blender and pour the shake into a serving glass. And now the delicious and healthy shake is ready for you to taste and enjoy
Serve - Serve this Coffee Protein Shake for breakfast or a quick pick me up snack after a workout

Tips

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, 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. And you can also use instant coffee powder if that is handy to you
For Keto-Friendly Shake - You can replace banana with avocado, you can use almond milk, or also can replace it with coconut milk for a vegan-friendly iced coffee protein shake
Chocolate - You can also use dark chocolate or unsweetened cocoa powder for a delicious chocolate flavor
Serving - Serve this shake as a quick breakfast, after workout snack, or as a quick pick me up a snack at any time of the day

Calories

This Iced Coffee Protein Shake contains 132 calories per serving and it is just an estimation by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may vary if you change or alter any of the ingredients. You can also find the detailed nutritional information in the recipe card below.

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.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this healthy shake as a quick grab n go breakfast or snack after a workout. You can also enjoy this snack for mid-day hunger pangs.

You can also find similar shakes recipes below and more at healthy drinks recipes and coffee recipes.

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Iced Coffee Protein Shake Recipe video

I have also shared a detailed video of this Iced Coffee Protein Shake Recipe below that I hope will help you to make a perfectly healthy drink at home. You could also find this recipe in story format.

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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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Course: Shakes

Cuisine: American

Prep: 5 mins

Adjust 2 cup

Ingredients US CustomaryMetric 1x2x3x

▢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, add almond milk, banana, ice cubes, protein powder, and cold brew coffee
Close the lid of the jar and grind 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 Protein Shake is 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

Video

Notes

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 can 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

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FAQ

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 shake is perfect to drink to serve for breakfast or a refreshing snack after a workout.

Can I add the chocolate powder to this shake?

Yes, you can add chocolate or chocolate powder to this shake.

Is Iced Coffee Protein Shake good for weight loss?

Yes, the drink contains 132 calories per serving and it is also a filling drink that keeps you full especially when you are in weight loss management

What are the calories in Iced Coffee Protein Shake?

This Coffee Protein Shake contains 132 calories per serving and it is just an estimation by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may vary if you change or alter any of the ingredients. You can also find the detailed nutritional information in the recipe card below.

I hope you enjoyed the recipe that I have shared here and I would love to hear from you on how it turned out for you. Please let me know.

If you have any other questions, feel free to post them in the comment section below and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.

Is protein iced coffee good for weight loss?

Adding protein powder to your coffee may aid weight loss. Given that protein reduces hunger and promotes feelings of fullness, adding it to your coffee may help keep you fuller for longer — and possibly slash the number of calories you eat later in the day ( 9 ).

Is it OK to drink protein shakes when trying to lose weight?

Replacing meals with protein shakes may help you lower your daily calories, which can help you lose weight. But in time you'll need to start eating solid food again. Eating solid food may cause excess weight to return if you don't make smart food choices.

Is it OK to put coffee in protein shake?

Adding Coffee to a Protein Shake I know it may seem like an interesting combo, but yes you can certainly add coffee to your protein shake. Not only does the coffee give your shake an energizing boost of caffeine, but it adds a delicious coffee flavor too!

Should I drink protein shakes if I want to lose belly fat?

Protein is an important nutrient for weight loss ( 1 ). Getting enough protein may support healthy metabolism and reduce your appetite. It may also help you lose body fat without losing muscle. Protein shakes are a convenient way to add more protein to your diet and have even been shown to aid weight loss.