Dairy & shakes

How much protein is in casein shake?

One scoop of casein shake (33 g) has about 26 g of protein. Per 100 g, that is 78 g.

Casein protein digests slowly, which is why many people drink it before bed.

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Casein shake

26 gprotein per scoop

Protein in casein shake by portion

PortionProtein
scoop (33 g)26 g
100 g78 g

Typical values. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.

How casein shake compares

Casein shake ranks #3 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:

How much casein shake to hit your target

38 gof casein shake gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
20%of a 126 g daily target in one scoop of casein shake
62%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g

126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.

Questions about protein in casein shake

How much protein is in one scoop of casein shake?

One scoop of casein shake (33 g) has about 26 g of protein. Per 100 g, casein shake has 78 g.

Is casein shake high in protein?

Yes. With 78 g of protein per 100 g, casein shake is one of the more protein-dense foods, ranking #3 of the 44 foods in our list.

How much casein shake do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 38 g, or about 1 scoop, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.

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