Mocha Protein Shake
A delicious mocha protein shake that combines coffee and chocolate for a healthy, energizing drink perfect for breakfast or post-workout.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 scoop chocolate-flavored protein powder
- 1 shot espresso or 4 oz brewed coffee (cooled)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 8 oz milk or milk alternative (e.g., almond milk, oat milk)
- 1 tbsp dark chocolate (optional)
- A handful of ice cubes
Instructions
- Brew your coffee or pull a shot of espresso, allowing it to cool.
- Gather all your ingredients for easy access.
- Blend together protein powder, cooled coffee, cocoa powder, milk, and ice cubes.
- Blend on high until frothy; adjust thickness with more milk or ice as needed.
- Taste the shake and adjust sweetness if desired.
- Serve in a glass or to-go cup, and consider garnishing with cocoa powder.
Notes
For added flavor, consider experimenting with different plant-based milks and toppings. Use frozen coffee cubes instead of ice for extra coffee flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: mocha shake, protein shake, healthy breakfast, energizing drink, chocolate coffee
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