A collection of delicious, easy-to-make post-workout protein shake recipes tailored for different taste preferences.
☕ Coffee & Mocha Flavored Shakes
1. Vanilla Coffee Shake (Iced Latte Style)
Best for: Mornings, refreshing post-workout
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein
- 1 shot espresso or ½ cup strong brewed coffee (chilled)
- ½ cup cold milk or almond milk
- Ice cubes
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or cocoa powder
Instructions:
Blend everything for 30 seconds. Add more ice if you want it extra cold and light.
2. Mocha Shake (Coffee + Cocoa Masker)
Best for: Rich flavor that kills the vanilla taste
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein
- ½ cup cold coffee or milk
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp instant coffee (if no brewed coffee)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
Blend until smooth. You’ll get a mocha-cold-brew feel.
3. Peanut Butter Cold Brew Shake
Best for: Heavier post-workout fuel (light-ish but satisfying)
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein
- ½ cup chilled coffee or almond milk
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- Ice cubes
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions:
Blend until creamy. Skip sweeteners — the PB and protein will handle it.
4. Pineapple Ginger Zing (Refreshing Fruity Option)
Best for: Hot days, tropical feel
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein
- ½ cup cold water or coconut water
- ½ cup frozen pineapple
- ½ tsp grated ginger (fresh or powdered)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
Blend for a citrusy, ginger-spiked, fresh taste.
🍌 Chocolate, Banana & Avocado Shakes
1. Choco-Avocado Recovery Shake
Creamy, chocolatey, and nutritious — avocado adds smoothness.
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ cup milk (or almond milk)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
Blend until smooth. Add more milk if too thick — it should be creamy but drinkable.
2. Banana Chocolate Shake (Simple & Safe Bet)
Classic post-workout shake with chocolate-banana flavor masking vanilla
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein
- 1 small banana
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- ½ cup milk or water
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
Blend until frothy. Add cinnamon for extra flavor.
3. Avocado-Banana Smooth Shake (Mild & Light)
Mild flavor, smooth texture — not overly sweet or rich
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein
- ½ banana
- ¼ avocado
- ½ cup almond milk
- Ice cubes
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions:
Blend until creamy. Good for sensitive palates.