Banana Coffee Protein Shake

This Banana Coffee Protein Shake combines breakfast and coffee in one cold, creamy drink. Frozen banana, chilled coffee, milk, and vanilla protein powder create a smooth shake that is especially convenient on busy mornings.

It has a mild coffee flavor, natural sweetness from banana, and enough protein to make it more substantial than a regular iced coffee. If you want a hot, unsweetened alternative, see our ginger black coffee recipe.

Why You’ll Love It

• Breakfast + coffee: two morning staples in one glass.
• High in protein: protein powder and milk add staying power.
• Quick: ready in about five minutes.
• Easy to adjust: make the coffee flavor stronger or milder.

Ingredients

• 1 medium frozen banana
• 1/2 cup chilled coffee or cold brew
• 1/2 cup milk of choice
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup ice, optional
• 1 teaspoon peanut butter, optional

How to Make a Banana Coffee Protein Shake

1. Add coffee and milk to the blender.
2. Add banana, protein powder, vanilla, cinnamon, and optional peanut butter.
3. Blend until completely smooth.
4. Add ice if you want a colder, thicker shake.
5. Serve right away.

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Banana Coffee Protein Shake

Cold banana coffee protein shake with chilled coffee, milk, and vanilla protein powder.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 1 smoothie

Course: Drinks

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 medium frozen banana
• 1/2 cup chilled coffee or cold brew
• 1/2 cup milk of choice
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup ice optional
• 1 teaspoon peanut butter optional

Method

 

1. Add chilled coffee and milk to the blender.
2. Add banana, protein powder, vanilla, cinnamon, and optional peanut butter.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Add ice if you want a thicker shake, then serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition is an estimate and varies by the ingredients and brands used.

Tips for Better Flavor

• Use coffee that is completely chilled before blending.
• Freeze ripe bananas in pieces so they blend more easily.
• Use cold brew for a smoother, less bitter coffee flavor.
• Add cocoa powder for a mocha-style version.

Protein and Nutrition

One serving can provide roughly 30 to 38 grams of protein, depending on your milk and protein powder. Nutrition is an estimate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use decaf coffee?

Yes. Decaf works exactly the same if you want the flavor without as much caffeine.

Can I use instant coffee?

Yes. Dissolve it first, chill it, and then use it in the recipe.

Can I skip the banana?

Yes. Use Greek yogurt plus ice for body, and sweeten to taste if needed.

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