Tiramisu Protein Shake

If you love rich, creamy tiramisu but want a healthier version, this Tiramisu Protein Shake is going to be your new favorite! It’s smooth, coffee-infused, and packed with protein, making it perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or a sweet pick-me-up.

You get all the flavors of classic tiramisu—espresso, cocoa, and vanilla—without the sugar crash.

Let’s blend up some Italian dessert magic!

What You’ll Need

1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 shot of espresso (or ¼ cup strong brewed coffee, chilled)
1 scoop vanilla or coffee-flavored protein powder
½ frozen banana (for natural sweetness and creaminess)
1 tbsp mascarpone cheese or Greek yogurt (for that tiramisu texture)
1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp instant espresso powder (for extra coffee flavor)
½ cup ice cubes

For Toppings (Optional but Amazing!):

Sugar-free whipped cream
Extra cocoa powder for dusting
Crushed sugar-free ladyfinger cookie or almond flour crumbs

Pro Tips

Use frozen banana! It makes the shake thick and creamy.
Want it even richer? Add ½ tbsp sugar-free vanilla pudding mix or a splash of heavy cream.
Make it dairy-free! Use coconut or almond milk and swap mascarpone for cashew yogurt.
More coffee flavor? Add an extra ½ tsp of instant espresso powder.
For an iced coffee vibe, skip the banana and use crushed ice instead.

Tools You’ll Need

Blender
Tall glass
Spoon for dusting cocoa powder

Substitutions & Variations

No protein powder? Use ½ cup Greek yogurt for a protein boost.
Sweeter version? Add ½ tbsp honey or sugar-free sweetener.
Extra indulgent? Blend in a sugar-free chocolate square for more richness!

Instructions

Step 1: Brew the Espresso

Brew 1 shot of espresso (or ¼ cup strong coffee) and let it cool.

a freshly brewed espresso shot in a small white cup, the rich crema sitting on top.

Step 2: Add Ingredients to Blender

In a blender, add milk, cooled espresso, vanilla protein powder, banana, mascarpone cheese, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, instant espresso powder, and ice cubes.

A super close-up shot of a blender filled with creamy milk, a shot of espresso, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, a frozen banana slice, soft mascarpone cheese, dark cocoa powder

Step 3: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

a blender mid-blend, the tiramisu protein shake swirling into a rich, thick mixture with tiny flecks of cocoa visible

Step 4: Pour Into Glass

Pour the thick shake into a tall glass.

a thick, creamy Tiramisu Protein Shake being poured from a blender into a tall glass, filling it to the top.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Dust with cocoa powder, add whipped cream, and top with a crushed ladyfinger cookie.

a Tiramisu Protein Shake topped with a swirl of fluffy sugar-free whipped cream, a light dusting of cocoa powder, and a crushed ladyfinger cookie resting on the rim.

Leftovers & Storage

Best enjoyed fresh!
If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Tiramisu Protein Shake is ready to sip! It’s rich, creamy, and packed with coffee and chocolate flavors, just like the classic Italian dessert. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! ☕🍫🥤✨