Protein Coffee Recipes: A Bolder, Stronger Start to Your Mornings
If you're an avid coffee drinker, who's also an avid protein shake drinker, you've come to the right place.
We've spun up some of our top protein coffee recipes for your morning coffee routine.
WHAT IS COFFEE PROTEIN?
Coffee + Protein = Proffee...
It's a kill two birds with one stone concoction.
Simple enough, coffee protein, otherwise known as Proffee, is coffee with protein added to it.
Whether you take your coffee hot, cold, black, or white - add 1-2 scoops of protein to it and you've got yourself a proffee.
HOW TO MAKE PROFFEE...
It ain't rocket science. Kidding, but not really...
- Brew coffee.
- Pour coffee into mug.
- Scoop protein.
- Mix protein into coffee.
- Drink it.
Boom. Easy!
But if you want a little more pizazz, check out our favorite protein coffee recipes below.
THE BEST HIGH PROTEIN - PROFFEE RECIPES
We've got something for everyone with these recipes.
Best yet, they each have 20g of high-quality plant protein.
- Double Coffee Caffeinator
- Iced Mocha Chip
- Caramel Frap
- Peppermint Mocha
DOUBLE COFFEE CAFFEINATOR
A strong jolt with a side of protein.
If you love that caffeine kick first thing in the morning, you'll love this recipe.
- 3-4 shots of espresso
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 scoop ATH Coffee Plant Protein
Shake that shit up, drink it down, and get your day going!
ICED MOCHA CHIP
Move over s*bucks, there's a new sheriff in town.
- 2-3 shots of espresso
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 scoop ATH Coffee Plant Protein
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1 cup ice
- 2-3 tablespoons premium* chocolate sauce
- 1/2 cup cacao nibs
Add everything to your blender and blend on high for 30-45 seconds.
HOT/COLD CARAMEL COFFEE
...without a ton of sugar.
- 2-3 shots of espresso
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 scoop ATH Coffee Plant Protein
- 2-3 tablespoons of premium* caramel sauce.
Add everything to your shaker bottle or blender and mix it up.
Want it hot? Warm up your oat milk.
Like it cold? Add ice or make a blended version.
PEPPERMINT MOCHA
A holiday favorite, but we like it year-round.
- 2-3 shots of espresso
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 scoop ATH Coffee Plant Protein
- 2-3 tablespoons of premium* white chocolate sauce
- 1 tablespoon peppermint syrup or 2-3 drops of peppermint oil.
Heat your oat milk to your desired temperature.
Add everything to your blender and blend on high for 30 seconds.
Pour, sip, and get shit done.
*Optional, top it with foamed milk or a little whip cream for shits and giggles.
BENEFITS OF ADDING PROTEIN TO YOUR COFFEE
Our bodies need protein and in large amounts, but sometimes it can be time consuming making sure that you meet your daily protein goals.
This is where protein powders save the day.
Use them to your benefit to fill the gaps in your diet or meet your specific needs.
- Protein keeps you satiated longer. If you're looking to lose fat, adding protein to your morning coffee can help keep you fuller, longer and help curb your cravings.
- If you're looking to build muscle, you'll need at least 1g of protein per kilogram of your body weight. Adding 1-2 scoops of protein to your coffee can give you about 20-40g in one cup. Use it to your advantage.
- Proffee = less liquid. If you're an early riser who works out before work, you'll need a post-workout shake as well as a cup of coffee before most of us are even out of bed. Instead of drinking them separately, increase your efficiency and decrease your bathroom runs with a proffee.
BOTTOM LINE
TLDR;
Coffee + Protein = Proffee
Easy to make, proffee can help keep you satiated longer, increase your protein intake, and help you cut down on the amounts of liquid you're drinking first thing in the morning.
Try these out and let us know how you like them!