Cookies & Cream Protein Coffee
Hey! This Cookies & Cream Protein Coffee is perfect for you if you enjoy coffee and want to stay full and energized.
It’s the right balance of creamy sweetness and caffeine, with protein to keep you going.
I make this in the morning when I want something quick, tasty, and a little bit of a treat, but still healthy!
Also, it’s safe for kids (simply switch the coffee for milk or decaf for kids who want to try).
Let’s get going—this is going to change everything!
Ingredients
- One cup of brewed coffee, hot or cold, your pick!
- One scoop of protein powder with cookies and cream
- ½ cup of milk (or any other kind of milk)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence (optional, for more flavor)
- Ice cubes, if you’re brewing iced coffee
- Whipped cream is optional, but we strongly suggest it!
- Crushed chocolate sandwich biscuits to use as a garnish
- Chocolate syrup (optional, for a drizzle over top)
- Blender (or a shaker bottle if you want to keep it simple)
- Spoons and cups for measuring
- A tall glass or cup
- Optional straw (but it’s fun!)
Preparation
1. Make your coffee
Make one cup of coffee, either hot or cold. If you’re making the iced version, let it cool down a bit.
2. Combine protein powder, milk, and coffee.
Put the coffee, cookies and cream protein powder, milk, and vanilla extract in a blender or shaker bottle. Mix or shake until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Put the drink together
Put ice cubes in a tall glass if you want to make iced coffee. Put the combined mixture on top of the ice.
4. Put on the toppings
For an added treat, top with whipped cream, crumbled cookie crumbs, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
Tips & Variations
- Blend for Creaminess: To make a drink that is very smooth and frothy, use a blender to mix everything together.
- Make it Sweeter: If you like it sweeter, add a little bit of your preferred sweetener, such honey, maple syrup, or a sugar-free choice.
- For youngsters, switch out the coffee for decaf or even simply milk to make it a delightful, creamy treat!
- Tip for Protein Powder: If you don’t have cookies and cream protein powder, vanilla or chocolate will work just as well.
- Tip for Iced Coffee: Freeze leftover brewed coffee into ice cubes so your drink doesn’t get watered down.
- For a dairy-free option, use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- Vanilla, chocolate, and mocha are some of the varieties of protein powder you can try.
- For a lower-calorie variation, leave out the whipped cream and cookie crumbs.
- For a novel twist, switch coffee for chai tea or drink decaf coffee.
- If you want to make iced coffee, brew it the night before and put it in the fridge.
- Put the protein powder and vanilla essence in separate containers so you can grab them and go in the morning.
- You should consume this drink right away, but you can keep any leftovers in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Before you drink it, just shake or blend it quickly.
- If you’re cooking it ahead of time, don’t add the whipped cream and toppings until you’re ready to serve.
That’s it! This is your new favorite coffee treat! It’s creamy, tasty, and full of protein to help you feel good. This Cookies and Cream Protein Coffee is great for starting your day or giving you a boost in the afternoon. I can’t wait to hear what you think! If you attempt it or have any entertaining variants to share, please leave a comment below. Have fun! 😊