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Protein Latte Recipe

Inspired by The Canadian Brewhouse (Barrie)

Time8m

Serves1

8g Protein

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Ingredients

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Base Latte

1 cups milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based, e.g., soy or oat)1 shot espresso or strong brewed coffee

Protein & Flavor

1 scoop unflavored or vanilla whey (or plant) protein powder1 tsp sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar)1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)1/8 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, garnish)

Optional Add-ins

1/2 tsp cocoa powder (for mocha variant)1/2 cups ice (for iced protein latte)

Method

Base Latte

Brew coffee

Brew one shot (about 30-45 ml) of espresso or make 60-90 ml of very strong brewed coffee. Set aside.

Heat the milk: gently warm 1 cup milk on the stovetop over medium-low heat until steaming but not boiling (about 60–70°C / 140–160°F), or microwave for 45–60 seconds. If making an iced version, skip heating and keep milk cold.

Protein & Flavor

Dissolve protein

Place 1 scoop protein powder and 1 tsp sweetener in a heatproof cup or small jar. Add about 2–3 tablespoons of the warmed milk (or cold milk for iced) and whisk or shake vigorously until a smooth slurry forms with no lumps.

Combine with remaining milk: pour the rest of the warmed (or cold) milk into the protein slurry, whisking or shaking to fully incorporate. Add 1/4 tsp vanilla extract if using and whisk briefly to combine.

Optional mocha: if adding cocoa, whisk 1/2 tsp cocoa powder into the protein slurry along with the milk so it dissolves evenly.

Assembly & Finish

Pour the brewed espresso or strong coffee into a serving mug.

Slowly pour the protein-enriched milk over the coffee. For a foamy top, froth the combined milk-protein mixture with a milk frother for 10–20 seconds before pouring.

Garnish with a light dusting of ground cinnamon or a sprinkle of cocoa powder if desired.

Serve immediately. For an iced version: fill a glass with 1/2 cup ice, add the coffee, then pour cold protein-milk mixture over the ice and serve with a straw.