So what is a bariatric plan friendly way to drink decaff coffee? So before getting myself weaned off caffeine I enjoyed cold brew coffee with vanilla creamer. My surgeon does not allow caffeine after surgery (or at least for awhile). So I have already got myself drinking decaf cold brew with a splash of sugar free creamer. What does everyone drink in their coffee that is bariatric plan friendly? Also yes I know everyones plan is different but Id like to hear ideas.

Thanks for all the ideas!

I use 6 oz of Bananas & Cream Premier Protein and 2 Tablespoons of Flavorless Vital Protein Collagen Peptides which in total adds 24 grams of protein to my coffee.

Strange the different advices we are all given... the day after my op I was given coffee by the hospital. Admittedly I found it disgusting, not sure if it was my taste buds as well as I had cut down on coffee prior to the op based on my own decision but I am back on it full time now

I always drank my coffee black with sweetener so stick with that minus the sweetener and just add in a scoop of vital proteins collagen and it means I get some of my protein requirement in also.

I also do a couple of cold shots of coffee with Alpro dark chocolate almond milk, a scoop of vital proteins collagen and scoop of protein powder over ice for a lunch sometimes. Works out at 21g protein.

Lots of people just mix protein shakes with their coffee. Lots of flavor options and it helps jump start your protein too. I’m off to Amazon to search for your cold brew jar now. ?

Edited March 27, 20242 yr by ShoppGirl

I just tried caramel protein shake in iced coffee and it is so delicious!!. When I switched to milk instead of creamer I had to add so much Splenda to offset the bitterness that it didn’t really taste like coffee anymore. This way is so much better.

On 3/6/2023 at 8:07 AM, kla7403 said:

So what is a bariatric plan friendly way to drink decaff coffee? So before getting myself weaned off caffeine I enjoyed cold brew coffee with vanilla Creamer. My surgeon does not allow caffeine after surgery (or at least for awhile). So I have already got myself drinking Decaf cold brew with a splash of sugar free creamer. What does everyone drink in their coffee that is bariatric plan friendly? Also yes I know everyones plan is different but Id like to hear ideas.

I put heavy cream in - old keto diet habit and I don't eat enough fats as it is, then I add my protein powder and my digestive resistant maltodextrin. That's it! If I want more flavor, I use my "chocolate flavored" nespresso blend coffee..not any chocolate added its just the flavor of these particular beans and I froth my heavy cream.

Also, make sure your coffee is truly decaf, most have some. Look for those that are water processed they contain the least amount of caffeine grams!

Edited April 7, 20242 yr by BlondePatriotInCDA

I never have been able to drink decaf.

The process used to produce it was a turnoff.

I prefer to buy dark roasted beans & grind them finely just prior to brewing.

I used to use Splenda & protein shake (as creamer).

Now I am dabbling with monkfruit & allulose vs Splenda.

I drink my coffee hot, I drop a cinnamon stick in (which I chew on sometimes) and top it with Keto sugar free whipped cream. A sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice on top or cocoa powder does a lot with the sent joy I get while drinking. That is my 2 sec go to. Sometimes a drop some sugar free Syrup in my iced coffee (I like Torani the best) and go with that and ice. Sometimes a Protein Shake as a mix in. Sometimes I foam up some heavy whipping cream with or without my Protein Powder or a dash of sugar free Jello, matcha powder or even cocoa powder. Heck, I’ve even made sugar free boba using unflavored Gelatin and avocado oil to drop in my cold brew. I always drop in the milk foam/cream/protein shake base then drip the hot coffee over it so it doesn’t get bitter. I’m not a fan of oil creamers and prefer protein powders.  Coffee is my jam. Decaf or not :) 

On 3/7/2023 at 9:24 AM, kla7403 said:

Thanks for all the ideas!

I hate decaf. caffeinated coffee helps me w/constipation. I use vanilla premier protein shake in my frother to add to my coffee. I only drink one cup of coffee a day. I also drink flavored (hazelnut) coffee beans.