Q: How do I turn coffee and quick treats into a real protein hit?
A: Make proffee with a zero-sugar protein shot (26g), a sugar-free protein mocha (34g), or a 5-minute microwave protein mug cake (32g). All three use in-stock products and take under 10 minutes.
Protein coffee ("proffee") and single-serve protein desserts are two of the biggest trends in high-protein eating. Here are three fast, in-stock versions — an iced proffee, a cozy protein mocha, and a moist microwave mug cake — with real macros from label data.
In this guide: Iced Proffee · Protein Mocha · Protein Mug Cake
1. Iced Proffee (Protein Coffee)
Q: What is proffee and how do I make it without a chalky protein taste?
A: "Proffee" is protein + coffee. The cleanest version pours a zero-sugar Applied Nutrition Protein Shot over iced coffee — 26g protein, no shaker, no chalk.
Proffee (protein + coffee) is the caffeine-and-protein combo all over TikTok. Most versions blend gritty whey into coffee. The Applied Nutrition Protein Shot is a juice-like 100mL liquid, so it dissolves instantly into iced coffee for a smooth 26g-protein pick-me-up.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brewed coffee, chilled
- 1 Applied Nutrition Protein Shot (Orange Burst or Blue Raspberry works iced)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
- Ice
- Optional: sugar-free syrup to taste
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Pour in the chilled coffee and almond milk.
- Add the full protein shot and stir 10 seconds until fully combined.
- Sweeten with sugar-free syrup if desired.
Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
| Macro | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~125 kcal |
| Protein | 26 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
Macros are estimates from label data; exact values depend on the brands and lots you use.
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2. Cozy Protein Mocha
Q: How do I make a hot protein mocha that isn't watery or grainy?
A: Whisk a scoop of PEScience Select with a ChocZero sugar-free hot cocoa packet, hot coffee and warm milk, finished with a splash of ChocZero coffee syrup. About 34g protein.
A protein mocha is a cozy way to stack caffeine, chocolate and protein. ChocZero Sugar-Free Hot Cocoa gives real cocoa depth with no sugar, PEScience Select adds the protein, and a splash of ChocZero Coffee Syrup rounds it out.
Ingredients
- 1 packet ChocZero Sugar-Free Classic Hot Cocoa
- 1/2 scoop PEScience Select (Chocolate)
- 1/2 cup hot brewed coffee
- 1 cup warm skim milk
- 1 tbsp ChocZero Sugar-Free Coffee Syrup
Instructions
- Whisk the hot cocoa packet and Select protein with 2 tbsp hot coffee into a smooth paste (this prevents clumps).
- Add the remaining hot coffee and stir.
- Pour in the warm milk and coffee syrup, whisk until frothy.
- Serve immediately.
Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
| Macro | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~285 kcal |
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbs | 26 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
Macros are estimates from label data; exact values depend on the brands and lots you use.
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3. 5-Minute Chocolate Protein Mug Cake
Q: Can a protein mug cake be moist instead of rubbery?
A: Yes — use a whey-casein blend like PEScience Select (casein keeps it moist), egg white for structure, and pull it from the microwave the second it sets. About 32g protein, 205 calories.
The classic protein mug cake goes rubbery when it overcooks or uses straight whey isolate. PEScience Select contains casein, which holds moisture, so the cake stays soft. Ninety seconds in the microwave and you have a 32g-protein dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 scoop PEScience Select (Chocolate or Cake Pop)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup egg whites
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp sugar-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients except the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe mug until smooth.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Microwave 60-80 seconds — stop as soon as the top is set and springy.
- Let stand 1 minute (it finishes cooking from residual heat) and eat warm.
Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
| Macro | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~205 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
Macros are estimates from label data; exact values depend on the brands and lots you use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does adding protein to coffee curdle it?
Liquid protein shots and whey-casein blends dissolve cleanly. Straight collagen or hot whey poured too fast can clump — whisk protein into a little liquid first.
Is proffee a good pre-workout?
It is a solid light option: caffeine for focus plus 25g protein. Add a banana if you want carbs before a hard session.
How do I keep a mug cake from exploding over the mug?
Use a large mug (12 oz+), only fill halfway, and microwave in short bursts — the batter rises fast.
Are these keto-friendly?
The mocha and mug cake are low-sugar; swap almond milk and skip the banana to lower carbs further. For fully keto recipes, see our keto snacks guides.
Version française — Café protéiné et gâteries réconfortantes
Proffee glacé : versez un Applied Nutrition Protein Shot (0 g de sucre) sur un café froid avec du lait d'amande et de la glace. Environ 26 g de protéines, sans texture crayeuse.
Moka protéiné : fouettez un sachet de cacao chaud sans sucre ChocZero avec 1/2 mesure de PEScience Select, du café chaud, du lait chaud et un trait de sirop à café ChocZero. Environ 34 g de protéines.
Gâteau protéiné à la tasse : mélangez PEScience Select, cacao, blancs d'œufs et lait d'amande, puis cuisez 60-80 secondes au micro-ondes. Environ 32 g de protéines pour 205 calories. Livraison gratuite sur les commandes admissibles; fondée à Montréal en 2016.
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