Easy Low Carb Breakfast Shake
What to eat for breakfast is one of the biggest dilemmas that I face every day. I wake up hungry but have no idea what I want and I definitely do not want to get into some huge cooking project at 6 am. Recently I have found that breakfast shakes are my answer. They are fast, they are delicious and they wake me up. This low carb breakfast shake recipe has become my go-to favorite recipe for a few reasons and I’ll explain why.
First things first- coffee. I need coffee in the morning and usually multiple cups. I am one of those people who literally cannot function without my morning cup of coffee. So what better ingredient to add to my breakfast shake than more coffee?! Not only does this add some flavor to the breakfast shake but it also gives it some much needed caffeine to help fuel your day.
I have gotten in the habit of making a big pot of coffee every morning and putting some in the refrigerator for the next day’s breakfast shake. This way, the brewed coffee for the recipe is nice and cold. If you are feeling extra ambitious, freeze some coffee into ice cubes then add those to your shake to not only give you delicious coffee but also make your shake creamy and cold like a slushy.
I add chocolate protein powder to my keto breakfast shake just to get some extra protein into my morning routine. When I drink this shake for breakfast, it is usually all I have until lunchtime. It is super filling so I am never hungry before then! The protein powder makes the shake more of a complete meal. I also love the flavor of chocolate protein powder so that is just a bonus!
Peanut butter is the next ingredient and one that you will really taste when you first sip this low carb shake. Peanut butter is powerful! Nut butter is such a perfect keto ingredient thanks to all the healthy fats that it has packed into every scoop. I love the taste of peanut butter but if you are more of an almond butter person or a hazelnut butter lover, go for it! Any kind of nut butter would be delicious in this recipe so use what you have and what you love. Just be sure to get in those keto-needed fats!
Avocado is another healthy fat that not only makes this shake a keto lovers dream, but it also makes the shake super smooth and creamy. Half an avocado really makes a difference in the texture of this shake. Many people are hesitant to “drink” an avocado but let me tell you, you can barely taste it at all! There are so many other flavors going on in this glass that you won’t even realize there is avocado in there. You get all the benefits of that pretty green fruit (yes, it’s a fruit!) with almost no taste. Of course, I actually like the taste of avocado but for those who don’t…
Flaxseeds are added to give the shake a little more fiber, vitamins and minerals (hurray for omega-3 fatty acids!). Vanilla just boosts the overall flavor of the shake and adds a natural sweetness that can’t be beat. Then comes the powdered erythritol to sweeten the deal. The powdered erythritol melts right into the shake so it won’t be grainy in texture. It also has no carbs so you can enjoy your sweet breakfast treat guilt-free!
Doesn’t all of this sound like the perfect way to start your morning? Are you excited to give this low carb breakfast shake a try? Once you do, let me know what you think in the comments below. I have a feeling you are going to love it! No need to worry about what’s for breakfast anymore! The answer is right here.
| Servings: shakes |
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup brewed coffee
- 2 scoops chocolate protein powder
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 tbsp flaxseeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp So Nourished powdered erythritol
- 2 cups ice
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and puree until very smooth.
- Pour into two glasses and enjoy cold.
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