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Vanilla Protein Iced Latte

For Vertuo & Original Capsules

Shake up your morning coffee routine with our Vanilla Protein Iced Latte recipe.

A delicious blend of protein powder & coffee, start your day right withNespresso.

By Nespresso
Tuesday 8 April 2025
Preparation
3 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
1

What you’ll need

  • 1 x 80mL Sweet Vanilla Flavour coffee / 2 x Vaniglia coffees (40ml extraction)
  • 120mL Milk of your choice ​
  • 30g Vanilla Protein Powder
  • Dash of Ground Cinnamon
  • Ice
  • Nespresso Machine
  • Travel Tumbler
  • Barista Shaker
  • Long Spoon
  • Ice Cube Tray

With so many capsules to choose from, I love that every morning can taste different withNespresso!I've been shaking up my iced latte routine with my Vanilla Protein Iced Latte. It's refreshing, quick to make, and a delicious way to add a little extra protein into my day. I love my coffee strong, so I use Expert mode on my Vertuo Creatista for this recipe by double clicking for a more concentrated extraction. It's the perfect start to a busy day on the go!

- Brooke Bellamy, Owner of Brooki

Brooki Bellamy with her Nespresso Vanilla Protein Iced Latte in a Nespresso Travel Tumbler

Recreate our refreshing Vanilla Protein Iced Latte recipe at home

Whether for wellness or flavour, ouriced latte recipescan be a tasty and convenient way to incorporate extra nutrients into your day by adding supplements.

According toNespresso’s 2023 Australian Coffee Report, almost two in five Australian coffee lovers (39%) said they have added supplements such as vitamins or powders (18%), collagen (15%), spices (13%) or herbs (11%) to their coffee.

If you are looking to boost your protein intake or you’re simply curious to experiment with new taste combinations, our Vanilla Protein Iced Coffee is a delicious place to start.

Why Try an Iced Coffee and Protein Powder Combination?

This recipe includes a good source of protein and is also satisfyingly sweet. It is simple to make in just a few steps, at its best when shaken, not stirred, and can be enjoyed at home or on the go in ourNespresso Travel Tumbler.

Looking for a protein iced coffee that fits seamlessly into your daily routine? This iced coffee and protein powder combination makes a refreshing, flavoursome option.

Whether you’re after an iced coffee protein drink post-workout or a or a tasty way to start your day, this easy-to-make recipe has you covered.

Choosing the Right Coffee for a Protein Iced Latte

ForVertuo, use ourSweet Vanilla Flavour coffee, a lightly roasted, vanilla flavoured coffee with a balanced base. For this recipe, we recommend double clicking the coffee button for Coffee Creations on Vertuo machines with this functionality, to deliver a more concentrated extraction.

ForOriginal, use twoVaniglia capsules, extracted as espresso, a vanilla flavoured coffee with a similar round and smooth base.

How to Make a Protein Iced Coffee at Home

Enjoy the smooth taste of vanilla, the boldness of espresso, and a nourishing dose of protein – all in one cool sip. Shake your espresso with ice and a scoop of your preferred protein powder, then top with cold milk or a dairy alternative for a smooth, creamy finish.

Method

Step 1 of 5

Fill your shaker ¾ full with Ice, 120ml of milk and an 80ml extraction of Sweet Vanilla Flavour coffee to your Barista Shaker. To extract 80ml, press the button twice on Vertuo Next & newer machines to use Coffee Creations mode.

Step 2 of 5

Follow with one serve of vanilla protein powder and a dash of ground cinnamon (adding powder after liquid helps prevent clumping).

Step 3 of 5

Put the lid on your Barista Shaker and shake until combined.

Step 4 of 5

Fill the base of your Travel Tumbler with ice and strain your latte over the top.

Step 5 of 5

Attach the lid to enjoy at home or on-the-go!