How do I make this a shake?

To turn this into a coffee protein shake, add all the ingredients in a blender with a handful of ice until smooth. For extra creaminess, add in a banana as well. If needed, adjust the amount of almond milk and coffee to get the right consistency.

Can you taste the protein powder in this drink?

You can slightly taste the protein powder, but it is subtle. If you really don’t like the taste, add extra chocolate syrup to cover the taste completely.

Can I use store bought chocolate syrup instead?

Yes. However, make sure that the syrup is a simple syrup that is meant to be used for drinks. Store bought syrups may have a more artificial flavor than homemade ones.

Protein Iced Coffee - The Littlest Crumb

Description

This protein iced coffee is made with coffee, protein powder, chocolate syrup and milk. It is a delicious, high protein, low calorie drink to start your morning.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Simple Syrup:
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¾ cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Protein Iced Coffee:
- ¾ cup coffee, chilled or cold brewed
- 1 tbsp chocolate protein powder
- 1 tbsp chocolate simple syrup
- ¾ cup milk

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Instructions

First, make the chocolate simple syrup. Whisk the cocoa powder, water and sugar together in a small bowl. Then, heat the mixture on a saucepan over medium to high heat, stirring occasionally.
Continue to heat the syrup for 5 to 10 minutes until the sugar has fully dissolved. Don’t let the syrup boil. Remove the syrup from the stove and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
In a coffee mug, mix the coffee, protein powder and chocolate syrup together until the protein powder has fully dissolved.
Add a handful of ice to the glass. Pour the milk on top and serve.

Notes

Mix the protein powder into the coffee before adding ice. It is easiest to dissolve the protein powder in the coffee and chocolate syrup before adding ice. If there is already ice in the glass, the protein powder may clump up.
Extra Protein: Double or triple the amount of protein powder added. This will add a stronger protein flavor. To compensate, add extra chocolate syrup.
Coffee Protein Shake: Add all the ingredients in a blender with a handful of ice until smooth. Optionally, add in a banana as well. Adjust the amount of almond milk and coffee to get the right consistency.
Vegan: To make this drink vegan, use a vegan protein powder and almond milk instead of cow’s milk.

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Coffee
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories: 157
Sugar: 14.3g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 2.9g
Saturated Fat: 1.7g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16.3g
Fiber: 0.8g
Protein: 17.3g
Cholesterol: 13mg