Low Calorie Protein Shake

This Low Calorie Protein Shake is the perfect drink to make in the morning when you need a kick start to your day. Made with protein powder, espresso, banana, and peanut butter, this 250 calorie protein shake will be a quick breakfast recipe favorite!

Try my Low Calorie Milkshake and my Chocolate Banana Milkshake for more shake recipes!

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• Coffee Protein Shake
• Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Ingredients You Need
• Step By Step Photos
• How To Make A Protein Shake From Scratch
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Coffee Protein Shake

This low calorie protein shake is made with protein powder to give you a high protein start to the day, with a bit of espresso powder to give you a kick of energy you need in the morning. This protein shake is like combining breakfast and your morning coffee in one!

I’ve also added some peanut butter powder to this shake because I love the taste of peanut butter. It makes this protein shake creamy and smooth without all the extra added calories from fat.

This simple breakfast drink is made by blending all the ingredients until smooth. It's the perfect drink made in no time!

More high protein breakfast recipes to start your day: Protein Banana Bread

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Made with just 5 simple ingredients that are easily customizable! A high-protein way to start your morning. This will quickly become your new favorite protein shake!

It's made with natural sweeteners, delicious ingredients, and enough protein for an easy breakfast or sweet cravings. The espresso powder gives you a little dose of caffeine to get you going, but is completely optional.

Ready in just a few minutes! Simply add all ingredients to the blender and process until smooth and creamy.

More protein drinks to try: Green Protein Smoothie

Ingredients You Need

• Unsweetened almond milk: This makes up the liquid base of this shake and is low in calories.
• Whey protein powder: You can use any protein powder you enjoy to bump up the protein in this protein shake recipe. I like vanilla whey protein, but you can use any flavor. Cookies and cream is delicious in this recipe, and so is chocolate for a mocha flavor booster.
• Banana: A banana adds fiber, vitamins, and carbs to the drink and helps keep it smooth. You can skip this for a lower calorie shake, but it will be icier and slightly less sweet and smooth.
• Espresso powder: Gives a burst of energy to this morning shake. Skip this if you're sensitive to caffeine.
• Peanut butter powder: Adds peanut butter flavor without all the added fat and makes it creamy. You can also use almond butter.
• Ice: You’ll need ice to give it a cold frozen texture when blending.

More protein breakfast recipes to start your day: Low Calorie High Protein Pancakes

Step By Step Photos

How To Make A Protein Shake From Scratch

Step 1. Add the ice and almond milk to the blender: Add the ice and almond milk first because the blender will start to break down the ice first making the blender easier to clean.

Step 2. Add the remaining ingredients: On top of the ice and almond milk, add the protein powder, banana, espresso, and peanut butter powder.

Step 3. Blend until smooth: Depending on how much power your blender has, pulse the ice until it's broken down. Then, blend until the shake is smooth and creamy.

NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!

Tips

• If you’re using larger ice cubes, you can pulse them first with the almond milk to help the protein shake break down easier.
• Pour the protein shake in a stainless steel mug to keep it nice and cold for much longer.
• Freezing the banana beforehand helps keep the drink cold and makes a smooth consistency.
• I use chocolate or vanilla protein powder for this shake because it pairs well with the peanut butter and espresso. However, feel free to use whatever flavor you enjoy.
• Add in a dash of cocoa powder for a chocolatier flavor. 
• I use unsweetened almond milk in this recipe because it is low-calorie and creamy. However, feel free to use whole milk, cashew milk, hemp milk, oat milk, or whatever you prefer.
• To thicken the shake, add some chia seeds, cottage cheese, or Greek yogurt.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Protein Shake

Low Calorie Smoothies You Might Enjoy

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