Bariatric Coffee Recipe (Protein-Packed, Low-Carb & Surgery-Friendly)

Bariatric Coffee Recipe (Protein-Packed, Low-Carb & Surgery-Friendly)

This bariatric-friendly coffee is the perfect way to start your day after weight loss surgery. It’s smooth, low-carb, and boosted with protein to help meet your daily goals—all while keeping the creamy, energizing flavor you love. Ideal for gastric sleeve, bypass, or anyone watching sugar and carbs.

Ingredients

• 1 cup freshly brewed coffee (hot or iced)
• 1 scoop unflavored or flavored protein powder (whey isolate or bariatric-approved brand)
• 2–4 tbsp unsweetened almond milk or fairlife milk (or as desired)
• 1–2 tsp sugar-free syrup (vanilla, caramel, mocha, etc.)
• Optional: 1 tbsp collagen peptides for added joint support
• Optional: sprinkle of cinnamon or unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. Brew the Coffee
2. Prepare your coffee as you normally would.
3. Mix Protein & Liquid
4. In a shaker bottle or blender, mix the protein powder with almond milk (or use a frother for best texture). Avoid clumping by mixing cold first.
5. Combine & Flavor
6. Pour the coffee into your protein mixture and stir or blend gently. Add sugar-free syrup to taste.
7. Top & Serve
8. Sprinkle with cinnamon or cocoa if desired. Enjoy immediately hot or over ice!