For those seeking to combine the rich, satisfying flavor of coffee with the satiating benefits of protein, the keto protein coffee recipe, or "Proffee," offers an exciting solution. This beverage combines your favorite brewed coffee with a high-quality protein source. It's a versatile and customizable drink, allowing you to choose options that align with your dietary preferences and goals, whether you prefer whey, plant-based, or collagen protein powder.
Why Keto Protein Coffee?
This easy keto protein coffee is the perfect way to start your mornings with healthy fat and flavor. As a lifelong active woman, putting emphasis on adequate protein intake has always been important. Whether it was postpartum, during muscle-building phases, or recovering from endurance event training, protein has been a nutrient that has been focused on. Now that I’m 50 and my symptoms of perimenopause have grown more evident, that has not changed. But what has changed is that I’m busier than ever parenting, running a business, pursuing fitness and sport goals, and taking care of aging parents. This means I need to be even more diligent about getting enough protein in my day, especially focusing on high-protein breakfasts. It dawned on me: a cup of high-quality coffee is something that is enjoyed every single morning. So if one were to create a protein coffee that is actually enjoyable to drink, it could be a simple way to get more health out of a consistent daily routine that is already in place.
Benefits of Adding Protein to Your Coffee
Adding protein to coffee is an easy and tasty way to boost your daily protein intake.
- Increased Protein Intake: An easy way to get more protein, this protein coffee provides between 22-29 grams of protein per 12-ounce cup, depending on the type of milk used.
- Delicious Flavors: When made with a favorite vanilla protein powder, cold coffee takes on a subtle vanilla flavor that tastes so good and feels a lot like drinking an iced coffee with creamer.
Key Ingredients for the Perfect Keto Protein Coffee
Here's what you'll need to create your own delicious and nutritious keto protein coffee:
- Coffee: Feel free to use cold brew coffee or espresso shots if you’re not a fan of instant coffee. You can use cooled espresso or cold brew, or really any strongly brewed coffee.
- Protein Powder: Most protein powder is formulated to dissolve into cold liquids, so you can add any protein you like best. It can clump up if you just dump it in, so make sure to use a frother or blender to blend it in properly. I’ve been using Puori’s PW1 vanilla bourbon protein powder as my primary protein powder for almost five years now. I find that it gives me consistent good results in recipes and also tastes great in protein shakes, smoothies, and other protein drinks. I discovered it when trying to find a protein powder that was of high quality, not sweetened with artificial sweeteners while still being low in carbs and added sugars, and is third party tested.
- Low Carb Milk: I used unsweetened macadamia milk. You can use almond milk, hemp milk or any low carb of choice. For a 100% dairy-free coffee, use a dairy-free milk and a scoop of protein powder that is plant based, such as the Puori Plant Protein Booster.
- Heavy Cream: This makes a richer, thicker drink. You can use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- Sweetener: Any sweetener that dissolves will in cold liquid will work. That includes powdered erythritol, allulose (granular or liquid), or concentrated stevia or monk fruit extract.
- Flavorings: This is where you can have some fun! To get a sugar cookie flavor, I combined almond and vanilla extract. You can do just vanilla or just almond, or add some cocoa powder for a mocha. You could add some coconut or hazelnut extract. And caramel extract would be delicious, of course!
- Optional Ingredients: Cacao powder for the chocolatey taste or collagen peptides can be used, too.
Keto Protein Coffee Recipes
Iced Protein Coffee Recipe
This Iced Protein Coffee recipe meets the moment! All you need is a handful of ingredients, some ice, and a frother or immersion blender. You could even use a regular blender. All that matter is that you can get the protein powder to blend in nicely with the milk mixture. And this recipe is so versatile. You can add different flavors, different protein powders, and different toppings. And you can make it dairy-free too! It’s a delicious way to get a hit of protein into your day with very few carbs.
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Ingredients:
- Low carb milk (such as unsweetened macadamia milk)
- Heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free version
- Sweetener (powdered erythritol, allulose, stevia, or monk fruit extract)
- Flavorings (almond and vanilla extract)
- Protein powder (unflavored whey)
- Coffee (cooled espresso or cold brew)
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a large jar or glass measuring cup, whisk together the milk, cream, sweetener, and extracts.
- Add the protein powder and froth using a handheld frother or immersion blender until the protein powder is incorporated.
- Taste and adjust sweetener and flavoring as desired.
- Fill two glasses with ice and divide the espresso between them.
- Divide the milk mixture between the two glasses, allowing the froth to rise to the top.
- Sprinkle with sprinkles, if using.
Keto Protein-Packed Coffee Smoothie
Fuel your day with a smooth blend of bold coffee and quality protein, all while keeping it low-carb and keto-friendly. This recipe offers energy and flavor, no compromises.
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop of Javvy Protein Coffee Powder
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoon Monk Fruit Sweetener
- 1/4 cup full fat coconut milk
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- In a medium container, combine the Javvy Protein Coffee, water, monk fruit and coconut milk using a milk frother or hand mixer. For an extra touch of flavor, consider including a dash of cinnamon or a drop of sugar-free vanilla extract.
- Blend all the ingredients until well combined, resulting in a frothy and velvety Keto Protein Coffee.
- Once perfectly blended, pour it into an ice-filled mug or travel tumbler.
Low Carb Coffee Chocolate Protein Frappe
This Low Carb Coffee Chocolate Protein Frappe tastes fantastic if you are after a coffee injection, especially on a warm day. A delicious icy blend of coffee, cacao powder and vanilla protein powder, blitzed together with ice, to make a creamy low carb and low sugar frappe that is absolutely perfect for when you need a cold coffee hit.
Ingredients:
- Dissolve coffee in boiling water or make espresso's and cool in the fridge (you can use up old coffee from a coffee machine.)
- Cacao powder
- Vanilla protein powder
- Ice
Instructions:
- Blitz all ingredients together in a blender till smooth and serve.
- Adjust the amount of coffee you add to your taste.
Simple Keto Protein Coffee
Ingredients:
- Coffee or espresso
- Coconut oil or butter
- Heavy whipping cream
- Protein powder (Isopure is a great zero carb option)
- Cacao powder
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in large mug and combine with frother or immersion blender.
- Alternatively, shake ingredients until fully combined in mason jar with lid.
Tips for Success
- Customization: This protein coffee recipe is ripe for adaptations and you can modify it to suit your tastes. Have some fun with it!
- Protein Options: Most protein powder is made to dissolve well in cold liquids. So you can do whey, egg white, beef protein, or plant-based proteins. If you choose a flavored variety, you will want to adjust both the sweetener and the flavoring.
- Sweetener Options: Any sweetener that dissolves well will work. I used a mix of powdered erythritol and allulose.
- No Shaker Bottle?: I usually make this protein coffee in a glass mason jar or my favorite shaker bottle. But if you don’t have one of those, use a handheld frother to mix the protein powder into the coffee and milk. I find that it works best to hold the frother low in the glass at first to mix everything without causing a spillover, then I froth a little more as I lift the frother to the top of the glass to create a little foamed milk topping. Then, add ice to the glass after the protein powder is nicely incorporated. I pour the protein coffee over ice in my favorite glass coffee cup with straw so I can sip it during school drop offs.
- Decorating options: I used some fun keto sprinkles for the sugar cookie flavor. But you do a dusting of cocoa powder or some shaved low carb chocolate.
Important Considerations
- Individual results may vary. Weight loss is influenced by exercise, lifestyle, dietary pattern, and calories consumed.
- Consult your physician or health care provider before beginning the Atkins Diet as you would any other weight loss or weight maintenance program. The weight loss phases of the Atkins Diet should not be used by persons on dialysis.
- It is important to note that this information is not medical or nutritional advice. Consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. Nutritional information provided is simply a courtesy and should be independently calculated on your own before relying on them.
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