Merken There's a particular moment on weekday mornings when I'm torn between two things I love: that first sip of cold brew and the desire to actually make it to my workout. One Tuesday, I stopped fussing with separate cups and thought, why not combine them? I grabbed my protein shake, poured it straight into my coffee, and something clicked. This isn't fancy or complicated, but it solved a real problem in my routine, and now I can't imagine starting my day differently.
I brought this to a friend's kitchen while we were both running late for a gym session, and she watched me make it with this skeptical expression until she tasted it. Her eyes lit up, and she immediately started experimenting with different protein flavors. Now it's become our unofficial pre-workout ritual, the thing we text each other photos of on mornings we actually make it to 6 a.m. class.
Ingredients
- Cold Brew Coffee: 150 ml gives you the smooth, less acidic base that won't curdle or overpower the protein shake, and it's already cold so you skip the waiting around.
- Vanilla or Chocolate Protein Shake: 200 ml of ready-to-drink is the non-negotiable shortcut here; it brings creaminess and protein without the blender setup.
- Maple Syrup or Honey: Optional but honest—some protein shakes are sweet enough, others need this gentle nudge to feel complete.
- Ice Cubes: These keep the whole thing cold and add that satisfying weight to the glass.
- Cinnamon or Cocoa Powder: A pinch on top is the tiny detail that makes someone ask what you're drinking.
Instructions
- Start with Ice:
- Fill your tall glass generously with ice cubes so everything stays cold and refreshing from first sip to last.
- Build Your Base:
- Pour the 150 ml of cold brew coffee directly over the ice, letting it settle and chill everything down.
- Add the Protein:
- Pour in your 200 ml of protein shake slowly so you can watch the two liquids meet and start blending together naturally.
- Sweeten if Needed:
- Add 1–2 teaspoons of maple syrup or honey now if your shake isn't sweet enough on its own.
- Combine and Cream:
- Stir thoroughly with a spoon or use a blender if you want that thick, frappe-like texture that feels more indulgent.
- Finish and Serve:
- Top with a pinch of cinnamon or cocoa powder if you're feeling fancy, then drink it down while it's still properly cold.
Merken One morning my roommate grabbed this without asking and came back to me with her gym bag already packed, saying she actually had energy to get through her session. That's when I realized this was more than just a convenient shortcut—it was something that actually moved people toward the things they wanted to do.
Flavor Variations That Work
Once you nail the basic version, the fun starts. Caramel protein shake with a drizzle of extra caramel syrup feels like a treat, while mocha protein mixed with cold brew becomes almost indulgent enough to count as breakfast. Plant-based chocolate shakes pair beautifully with cold brew if you're exploring dairy-free options, and the flavors are rich enough that you don't miss anything.
Texture Decisions That Matter
You can go two directions here depending on your mood. Stirring everything together in a glass keeps it refreshing and quick, perfect when you're genuinely rushed. If you have five extra minutes and access to a blender, throwing everything in with the ice creates something thicker and more luxurious, almost like a protein-powered smoothie that feels more intentional than convenient.
Making It Fit Your Life
This drink adapts to whatever your day looks like. Some mornings it's my alarm clock in liquid form, other times it's what I grab after a workout when I need both carbs and protein but no time to sit down. The whole point is that it never feels like you're sacrificing flavor or satisfaction just because you're moving fast.
- Experiment with the coffee-to-protein ratio until the balance feels right for your taste and your caffeine tolerance.
- If your protein shake is already thick, use less of it and add cold milk or water to make it pour more easily.
- Keep the ingredients ready the night before if mornings are genuinely chaotic in your kitchen.
Merken This isn't a recipe you'll write home about or share on a dinner table, but it might become the thing you actually look forward to, the small ritual that makes getting up feel a little less difficult. That's worth something.
Rezept FAQ
- → Wie kann ich den Proffee Power Blend besonders cremig machen?
Für eine cremigere Konsistenz alle Zutaten mit Eis im Mixer gut vermengen, bis eine samtige Textur entsteht.
- → Ist es möglich, pflanzliche Alternativen zu verwenden?
Ja, pflanzliche Proteinshakes und milchfreie Cold Brew Varianten eignen sich bestens für eine vegane Version.
- → Kann ich den Geschmack variieren?
Durch verschiedene Proteinshake-Aromen wie Vanille, Schokolade, Karamell oder Mokka entsteht eine individuelle Geschmacksnote.
- → Wie lange dauert die Zubereitung?
Die Zubereitung dauert nur etwa 5 Minuten und erfordert kein Kochen.
- → Welche Zutaten verbessern den Geschmack zusätzlich?
Ein wenig Ahornsirup oder Honig sowie eine Prise Zimt oder Kakao sorgen für eine leckere Abrundung.