Peppermint Mocha Protein Shake
A holiday mocha you can drink cold, with chocolate protein and a drop of peppermint.
- 5 mintime
- 1serving
- 190calories
- 29 gprotein
Peppermint extract is very strong, and a few drops go a long way. With chocolate protein and strong coffee, it makes a drink close to a peppermint mocha from a coffee shop. A crushed candy cane on top looks the part.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop chocolate whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- ¾ cup strong brewed coffee, chilled
- ½ cup 2% milk
- ½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
- 5 ice cubes
Method
- Chill the coffee first, or use cold brew.
- Add the coffee, milk, protein powder, and cocoa to the blender.
- Add the peppermint extract and ice.
- Blend until frothy, about 40 seconds. Taste before adding more extract.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 190 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 29 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk.
Tips
- Add peppermint extract a few drops at a time. Too much tastes like toothpaste.
- A crushed candy cane on top adds crunch.
Swaps and variations
- Use vanilla protein and white chocolate flavor for a white peppermint mocha.
- Decaf coffee works fine.
