Iced Protein Mocha
Updated Jan 23, 2025
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This iced protein mocha comes together in just 1 minute. It’s tasty and uses only 3 simple ingredients.
Espresso + Chocolate
An iced mocha is a cold chocolate flavored latte and this version has protein added, so it’s an iced protein mocha. It’s a delicious way to get more protein.
The protein and chocolate flavor come from a bottled protein shake, so it’s easy to make. Just combine the shake with espresso and ice, and you’re done.
Note from Jee
I tested this recipe using Fairlife and Premier protein shakes. Overall, I liked Fairlife better. They tasted pretty much the same, but the Premiere shake had more of an aftertaste.
This recipe is barely a recipe since it’s so easy to make. Start your morning with this tasty drink.
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Recipe Summary
- This iced protein mocha is made with a bottled chocolate protein shake, espresso, and ice. It just takes 1 minute to make.
- It’s the perfect breakfast or post-workout drink.
- A single batch yields 16 ounces, or 2 cups, of iced protein mocha.
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Ingredient Notes
- Chocolate protein shake: For a single iced mocha, you’ll need an 11-ounce bottle of chocolate protein shake. Chill the bottle first to make the drink more refreshing.
- Espresso: Use a light or dark roast, depending on your preference. If you don’t have an espresso machine or Nespresso, use instant coffee.
- Ice: If possible, use ice made with filtered water.
For full ingredients and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add ice to a cup. Pour the protein shake into the cup.
Step 2: Add the espresso and top with more ice, if needed. Drink immediately.
Recipe Notes
Use instant coffee instead of espresso.
If you don’t have a way to make espresso, use instant coffee. You’ll need ¼ cup of water and 1 tablespoon of instant coffee to replace 2 shots of espresso.
Ordering the drink at Starbucks.
Bring in your own bottled chocolate protein shake to Starbucks and order 2 espresso shots with ice in a venti cup. Once you get the cup, you can add the chocolate protein shake.
Replace the bottled shake with protein powder and milk.
A homemade protein shake can be used instead of a bottled version. To make it, combine 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder with 1 ½ cups (about 12 ounces) of milk in a blender or shaker bottle.
Expert Tips
- If you want a less caffeinated drink, use 1 espresso shot. Use 3 shots for a stronger drink.
- You can reverse the order of the ingredients. Add the espresso to the glass, then follow with protein shake and ice, in that order. Don’t add the hot espresso right after the ice, because it will quickly melt the ice.
- Add cold foam for a richer drink.
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Iced Protein Mocha
Ingredients
- 1 bottle chocolate protein shake, chilled
- 2 shots espresso
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Pour the protein shake over ice.Fill a cup with ice. Add the protein shake to the cup.1 bottle chocolate protein shake, 1 cup ice
- Add espresso.Pour the espresso into the cup. Top off with ice if needed. Drink immediately.2 shots espresso
Notes
- If you don’t have a way to make espresso, use instant coffee. You’ll need ¼ cup of water and 1 tablespoon of instant coffee to replace the 2 shots of espresso.
- A homemade protein shake can be used instead of a bottled version. To make it, combine 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder with 1 ½ cups (about 12 ounces) of milk in a blender or shaker bottle.
- Bring in your own bottled chocolate protein shake to Starbucks and order 2 espresso shots with ice in a venti cup. Once you get the cup, you can add the chocolate protein shake.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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