Vanilla Protein Latte
Hi there! If you’re like me, mornings are better with something warm and cozy in your hands. Bonus points if it’s full of protein to get you going!
This Vanilla Protein Latte is rich and creamy, and it makes you feel like you’re in a coffee shop without leaving your kitchen.
This is one of my favorite beverages when I want a little caffeine and to feel like I’m beginning my day off well.
You’re going to enjoy how quick and easy it is to drink this after a workout or just because.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of brewed coffee, hot or iced, your choice
- One scoop of vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup almond milk without sugar (or whatever milk you choose)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (optional, for topping)
- 1 teaspoon of maple syrup or honey (optional, for a little sweetness)
Tools
- A cup
- A milk frother or a blender
- Spoons and cups for measuring
- A spoon to mix
Instructions
- Make the coffee.
Make your preferred coffee first, whether it’s hot or iced, depending on how you feel. - Combine the protein mix.
Put the vanilla protein powder, almond milk, vanilla extract, and sweetener (if using) in a small blender or mixing jar. Mix or whisk until the mixture is smooth and foamy.
- Mix the protein blend with the coffee.
Pour the foamy protein mix into your coffee mug and stir it in gently. - Put on the toppings
Add ground cinnamon or your favorite toppings, such a drizzle of caramel or cocoa powder, on top.
Tips and Variations
- You can mix the protein powder, milk, vanilla, and sweetener together in a container and keep it in the fridge. Make your coffee fresh, heat everything up, then mix it all together when you’re ready to drink.
- Instead of almond milk, use oat milk, coconut milk, or ordinary dairy milk.
- If you want to sweeten your food, you can use maple syrup or honey instead of stevia, agave, or not at all.
- Any flavored or unflavored protein powder will do. For a mocha flavor, try chocolate.
- Add nutmeg or cardamom to spices for a new flavor.
- Blend it to make it creamy: A blender or handheld frother will make the latte even smoother and frothier, with no lumps of protein powder.
- Change the sweetness: The protein powder may already be sweetened, so taste it before adding syrup or honey.
- Kids should drink decaf: You can avoid caffeine by drinking decaf coffee or warm milk instead.
- Try it cold: This dish tastes just as good cold, so it’s great for hot days or when you want something chilly!
- Add a little cocoa powder or turmeric to boost it even more. This will give it more flavor and health benefits.
Storage and Final Thoughts
This latte tastes best when it’s fresh, but you can keep the protein mix in the fridge for up to two days if you have any left over. To make it smooth again, just blend it again before adding it to coffee.
I hope you like my Vanilla Protein Latte as much as I do.
It’s so easy to make, tastes great, and has so many good-for-you ingredients that you’ll smile with every sip.