The sweetened java in this protein smoothie will help fuel your workout by increasing endurance and boosting stamina. Caffeine has been shown to enhance athletic performance when taken an hour ahead of time, so kill two birds with one stone by downing your cup of Joe with your protein shake.
Photo by Perry Santanachote
Vietnamese Coffee Protein Smoothie Recipe
Serves 1
Total time: 5 minutes
The Skinny
Per 16-ounce serving:
- 290 cal
- 5 g fat (1.5 g sat)
- 31 g carbs
- 500 mg sodium
- 5 g fiber
- 18 g sugar
- 26 g protein
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup cold chicory coffee concentrate (like Grady’s Cold Brew)
1 packet (2 scoops) DailyBurn Fuel-6 Protein in chocolate
1/2 banana, sliced and frozen
2 teaspoons low fat sweetened condensed milk
Preparation
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth.