It’s the best of both worlds
As a mother of small children, coffee is my friend….my BEST friend. As a woman trying to lose weight and gain lean muscle, protein is also my friend. So when trainer Irene of GetUFit posted this recipe idea, I knew I HAD to give it a try.
This is SOOOO good people. All the great taste of coffee, with a hint of yummy vanilla and punch of protein. Depending on what vanilla whey powder you use, you’ll be adding about 10-12 grams of protein to your morning coffee! AWESOME, right?! Pair this tasty beverage with a Power Muffin or Greek yogurt with some fruit for a complete powerhouse of a breakfast!
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Protein Coffee
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons Vanilla Whey Protein
- 2 Tablespoons HOT water
- 8 oz of your favorite brewed coffee
Instructions
- Whisk together hot water and protein powder until well combines, smooth and creamy.
- Mix protein mixture in with brewed coffee and enjoy!
Recipe Notes:
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Nutrition Information:
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Post Updated August 2020
Laura B says
This sounds like just what I need! I love coffee in the morning and I surely need the extra protein without the extra calories. I have a Kuerig coffee maker so all I need is the whey. I will definitely give this a try and pass it on to my daughter who already has both! Thanks Corey for the great recipes!
Laura @MOMables says
OMG!!!! this sounds like MY type of coffee!!!
Mary Trussell says
Afternoons are my lag times. So i did the above by adding the powder to the water then to my ice coffee. It allowed me to use less cream and was awesome! Thanx for sharing!
Corey says
I am so glad you liked it Mary 🙂
Janine Sheram says
What brand of protein do you use? I get confused. The protein I have now has stevia. I didn’t read the label. I am 79 and want a good protein vanilla powder.
Thanks
Mamabelly says
Coffee break will never be the same! I have to try this! Yum and good for you!
Jessica says
Um, YES! This is what I need! Definitely going to try it. Thanks!
Save Big Live Better! says
OMG this just made my day! To be able to say “Don’t worry, my coffee is good for me!” is like a dream come true! Will be trying this in the morning for sure!
Thanks:)
Corey says
I know! It’s the best of both worlds 🙂
sunny says
I’ve been doing this for a while. I whir (?) little cool coffee with the powder in my magic bullet. Sometimes I go crazy and use CHOCOLATE protein powder! Sometimes I also add cinnamon! Crazy! 🙂
Dennis says
As someone who has battled obesity (and won) my whole life, this site is giving me tons of ideas to continue to live healthy!! Giving this idea a try in the morning!
Emily says
I plan on trying this recipe this morning & I can’t wait. I’ve been looking for tasty ways to incorporate more protein in my diet to encourage weight loss & lean muscle growth as you said, & this is perfect! Thanks for sharing!!
Bernadette Wheeler says
I tried this but just smile not getting it. 3 T powder + 2T hot water made a crumbled paste. I added more hot water and got a nut butter sort of consistency. I went forward anyway and added met warm black coffee. Lumpy undrinkable mess. Can you send pics of your process. I just have to get more protein in and am trying to change from bullitt proof coffee which I love.
Thank you so much for any help.
Da Kampling says
I had the same problem with it being a chunky, nasty texture. I have a handheld blender that my kids used to make ice cream shakes… I used the blender on it and it was smooth and frothy and wonderful!
Robin Koykka says
I cup of hot coffee to 1 scoop of “Exact Vanilla Whey Protien Powder”
I put the coffee and protein powder in a tall Nalgene water bottle and shake vigorously.
This whey powder product dissolves fine… 😋
Sujan says
Wow…definitely a game changer! My coffee taste as if I poured a creamy sweet creamer in it. Absolutely delicious and the best thing about it is that I’m getting a dose of protein 🙌🏽💪🏽