Iced Protein Latte
This iced protein latte combines espresso, milk, and protein powder to create a creamy coffee drink with a protein boost. It’s quick to make, customizable with different flavors, and works well as a morning coffee or post-workout drink.
Ingredients
- 1 shot espresso or ½ cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- 1 cup ice
- 1 tsp maple syrup, honey, or flavored syrup optional
Instructions
- Brew 1 shot of espresso or ½ cup strong coffee and let it cool slightly.
- In a shaker bottle or blender, combine the milk and protein powder.
- Shake or blend until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined.
- Add maple syrup or sweetener if desired and mix again.
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Pour the espresso or coffee over the ice.
- Slowly add the protein milk mixture.
- Stir gently until everything is evenly mixed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Vanilla protein powder creates the most balanced flavor.
- Chocolate protein powder turns the drink into a mocha-style latte.
- If the protein powder clumps, blend the milk mixture for 10–15 seconds.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use two shots of espresso.
- Cold brew concentrate can also be used instead of espresso.
- Most protein powders contain 20–25 g protein per scoop.