Cold Brew Protein Shake 🏋️‍♂️🧊☕ Smooth, Energizing, and Packed With Coffee-Infused Power

The Cold Brew Coffee Protein Shake is your high-performance breakfast or post-workout reward — rich cold brew blended with protein, milk, and a touch of flavor to keep you energized and satisfied.

It’s smooth, not chalky; bold, not bitter; and ready in seconds. No blender required (but you can use one for extra froth). Just pour, shake, and power up.

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 1 cup cold brew coffee (unsweetened concentrate or diluted, your call)
• 1 scoop vanilla, chocolate, or mocha protein powder (whey, plant, or collagen)
• ½ cup milk or alt-milk (oat, almond, or whole)
• 1 tsp maple syrup, honey, or a dash of flavored syrup (optional)
• ¼ tsp cinnamon, cocoa powder, or vanilla extract (optional)
• Ice (for shaking or blending)
• Pinch of salt (enhances sweetness and balances bitterness)

Optional Add-Ins

• 1 tbsp nut butter (for richness)
• ½ frozen banana (for creaminess and carbs)
• 1–2 tbsp oats or flax (for extra fiber)
• 1 tsp instant espresso (for an extra caffeine jolt)

Instructions

Step 1: Shake or Blend

1. In a shaker bottle or blender, combine all ingredients.
2. Shake vigorously for 20–30 seconds until smooth and frothy.
3. Or blend for 10 seconds if using frozen fruit or nut butter.

Step 2: Serve Cold

1. Pour over ice or drink straight from the shaker.
2. Optional: dust with cinnamon or cocoa for garnish.

Flavor Variations

• Mocha Power – Use chocolate protein + cocoa + splash of milk
• Peanut Butter Latte – Vanilla protein + peanut butter + oat milk
• Spiced Cold Brew Shake – Add cinnamon, cardamom, or nutmeg
• Coconut Cold Brew – Use coconut milk and a splash of vanilla extract
• Frozen Frappé Style – Blend with ice + frozen banana for a smoothie texture

Nutrition Tips

• Adjust protein powder based on dietary needs — whey for fast absorption, casein for longer digestion, plant-based for dairy-free
• Add fats (nut butter, coconut milk) to keep it satisfying
• Great pre- or post-workout if you want caffeine + recovery in one glass

Beer Pairing? (Optional, fun)

For brunch boldness only:

• Add 1 oz coffee porter or stout for a spiked shake
• Use cold brew + chocolate protein + splash of milk stout reduction for a dessert-protein crossover
• Definitely not for the gym, but definitely for the weekend

Final Thoughts

Cold Brew Coffee Protein Shakes are fast, flavorful, and functional — a clean hit of caffeine, protein, and flavor that beats sugary coffee drinks and clumpy powder slurries. Whether you’re fueling a workout or dodging a donut, this shake shows up ready to lift.

Fuel up. Chill down. Sip strong. 🧊☕🏋️‍♂️🔥

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