The Best Iced Protein Coffee | Healthy and Delicious

Ordering iced coffee drinks can be tricky business… even the “high protein” ones. Before you know it, you’re sipping on so much added sugar that you’d be better off just having a soda.

But making a healthy, zero added sugar protein coffee that tastes great and supports your goals is surprisingly easy. Today I’m sharing my three ingredient iced protein coffee recipe that tastes like you’re “cheating”… but is actually loaded with science-backed weight loss and wellness perks.

Key Ingredients

Vanilla Protein Powder

It all starts with the protein powder. If you choose the wrong one, you could end up with clumpy, chalky coffee… and nobody wants that.

I always use 100% whey isolate protein powder. It’s well known for being easier to digest than other forms of whey and it’s deemed the gold standard by researchers around the world. Literally thousands of studies have been performed on whey and its impressive range of benefits like:

• supporting weight loss
• reducing hunger
• supporting immune function
• assisting muscle recovery
• improving blood sugar control

But even more important (at least when it comes to iced protein coffee) is just how dang easy it is to blend into coffee. Whey protein isolate easily dissolves into liquids so you don’t even know it’s there. Plus, if you get a zero added sugar one, you can sneak in protein while also ending up with an iced vanilla latte style coffee.

So. good.

This is why I specifically created Autumn’s Whey Protein to only use 100% whey isolate and monk fruit extract (a natural zero added sugar) to maximize all those flavor and health perks.

Whole Milk

Whole milk contributes to the additional creamy texture, while still keeping this iced protein coffee supportive of weight loss and wellness goals. In fact, whole milk (not low fat milk) has been found to be inversely associated with obesity. This means that those who drink whole milk versus low fat are less likely to be obese.

Not to mention whole milk is high in vitamin K2, which is needed to protect the heart, prevent bone loss, and ward against dental issues. Low fat milk and dairy-free milks don’t have this same benefit.

If you’re completely dairy-free, you can find my recommended swaps in the “Ingredient Swaps” section below.

But if your body tolerates whole milk, then I highly recommend using it. It’s healthier, more filling, and tastes so much better than other milk alternatives.

Espresso

You can’t have iced coffee without… coffee! I opted for espresso to give this more of an iced latte vibe. But you can also sub out the espresso for strongly brewed coffee. Check the “Ingredient Swaps” section below for how to do this.

Equipment Needed

• milk frother or shaker bottle

How To Make This Recipe

Ingredient Swaps

• Vanilla protein powder: You can sub in unflavored or chocolate protein powder.
• Whole milk: Any unsweetened nut or seed milk will work. However, I do not recommend oat milk. This is too high in starches that spike blood sugar.
• Espresso: Sub out the espresso for about 1/2 cup strongly brewed coffee or 1/4 cup cold brew concentrate.

What to Pair This With

Protein coffee should never replace a meal, rather it should be eaten with a nutrient-dense protein, fat, and fiber meal. Below are some tasty breakfast recipes you can pair with this iced protein coffee.

• High Protein Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bowl; Based on my viral recipe with over a million views.
• Sun-dried Tomato and Bacon Egg Bites; Super easy to meal prep and packed with flavor!

FAQ’s

Other Recipes You May Love

• The Best Protein Coffee; The hot version!
• Morning Bone Broth Drink; Naturally rich in collagen.
• Healthy Iced Chai Latte; Great for hot days!

Did you love this recipe? Let me know in the comments below!

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