""Protein coffee is essentially coffee mixed with protein powder, or sometimes it comes in a premade, shelf stable shake format. Coffee does not naturally contain protein unless you add it in via milk or dairy alternatives.""
""I would suggest making this at home simply by combining protein powder, coffee, and ice together. Starbucks uses 27 to 36 grams of whey protein isolate per drink, so you could buy your own powder and add a similar amount at home.""
""This may help people who skip breakfast but still have a morning cup of coffee to train their digestive tract to tolerate small amounts of food, and potentially help others meet their protein needs more easily.""
The protein diet trend has surged, especially in 2025, with various protein-infused coffee options available at major chains. These drinks typically combine coffee with protein powder, providing additional calories and protein. Registered dietitian Angel Luk suggests that making protein coffee at home is a more economical choice. Adding protein to coffee can help individuals who skip breakfast and assist in meeting daily protein requirements, which range from 0.8 to 1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight for most adults.
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