This iced protein coffee is the perfect way to sneak extra protein into your day! This version is made with a dairy-free protein powder.

Iced protein coffee in a cup with a glass straw.

There’s nothing like waking up in the morning to your daily cup of coffee. This recipe gives you the boost of energy needed to carry you through your day, while adding some extra protein to the mix! Pair it with our Sheet Pan Eggs or Zucchini Banana Breakfast Bars for a fuel-filled start!

This frothy and delicious iced protein coffee is bound to become a staple in your morning routine!

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Two in one! We’re getting energy with the added benefit of using dairy-free protein powder to make this a power packed morning treat!
  • Sweet and delicious. Maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon come together to add the perfect amount of sweetness and flavor to your cup of joe!

Recipe Ingredients

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

All ingredients for protein coffee, labeled and in bowls.
  • Cold brew. Cold brew is concentrated, therefore it’s higher in caffeine! Adjust the amount used to your caffeine tolerance.
  • Protein Powder
  • Vanilla, Maple Syrup, and Cinnamon. This trio brings a sweetness and a spice to this iced coffee!
  • Almond Milk.
  • Ice.

Substitutions and modifications

  • Protein Powder. This recipe uses a dairy-free protein powder. However, you can use any protein powder you’d like! I highly recommend sticking with an unflavored one.
  • Syrup. If you have a syrup you like in your coffee, feel free to add it.
  • Milk. You can substitute any milk you’d like!

How to make Iced Protein Coffee

Here are the simple steps, with photos, to make this recipe. Find full instructions in the recipe card.

Blender with milk and protein mixture combined and frothy

Step one. Using a blender, combine the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and protein powder until well combined and frothy. Set aside.

glass mug on a coaster filled half way with ice, with cold brew being poured into it

Step two. Using a large cup, fill about 1/3rd of the way with ice. Pour the cold brew over the ice.

glass mug on coaster filled with ice and cold brew, with milk mixture being poured into it.

Step three. Pour the milk mixture over the cold brew. The top should be very frothy! Use a straw to gently mix the coffee.

glass mug on coaster filled with iced protein coffee and straw, topped with cinnamon

Step four. Sprinkle with cinnamon on top, and add more ice or cold brew to taste if desired!

Tips and Tricks

  • Adjust the amount of cold brew used to your caffeine tolerance. Cold brew is concentrated, therefore it’s higher in caffeine. Adjust to your liking!
  • Use a blender to combine protein powder and milk. This will ensure the iced protein coffee is frothy!

Serving Suggestions

I recommend serving this iced protein coffee with one of your favorite breakfast foods, like…

Recipe FAQS

Can you use any kind of protein powder for protein coffee?

Absolutely! Any protein powder will work for this recipe, but keep in mind that it will change the flavor of the coffee. I recommend sticking with something unflavored, and then adding flavor to your liking.

Can you make protein coffee with hot coffee?

Yes, the same method will work with hot coffee.

Can you make protein coffee ahead of time?

This recipe is definitely best fresh, as the protein powder may separate from the almond milk if it sits in the fridge for too long.

Can you make protein coffee without a blender?

A blender is the best way to really blend the protein powder into the almond milk, but you can try to use an immersion blender or milk frother as well.

two glass mugs filled with protein coffee on coasters, topped with cinnamon

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Iced Protein Coffee

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  • Author: Unbound Wellness
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 5
  • Total Time: 10
  • Yield: 1 cup of coffee 1x
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Blended
  • Cuisine: Global
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This iced protein coffee is the perfect way to sneak extra protein into your day! This version is made with a dairy-free protein powder.


Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
  • 1/41/3 cups of ice
  • 1/2 cup cold brew (I use this, see notes)
  • Sprinkle of cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Using a blender, combine the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and protein powder until well combined and frothy. Set aside.
  2. Using a large cup, fill about 1/3rd of the way with ice. Pour the cold brew over the ice. Pour the milk mixture over the cold brew. The top should be very frothy! Use a straw to gently mix the coffee.
  3. Sprinkle with cinnamon on top, and add more ice or cold brew to taste if desired!

Notes

Cold brew is concentrated thus higher in caffeine. Diluting with milk in a latte will make it weaker, but you may have to adjust the amount of cold brew and milk to your own liking depending on your caffeine tolerance.

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Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup of coffee
  • Calories: 252
  • Fat: 4.7g
  • Carbohydrates: 25.4g
  • Fiber: 4.4g
  • Protein: 26.4g

Photos by Sierra Inn