Name: Bulletproof Coffee Recipe
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 3 min
Ingredients: 1 cup brewed organic coffee; 1 tsp coconut oil; 1 TBSP unsalted butter; ¼ tsp vanilla extract; 3 drops stevia extract

After a recent Facebook post where I mentioned I put some strange ingredients in my coffee, I’ve gotten a few emails asking for more details …

I have a love/hate relationship with coffee. Basically, I love coffee but my adrenals don’t always love it! Also, since I don’t eat/drink sugar or much pasteurized dairy, it can make for some pretty boring coffee … until now.

Drink the Fat…

Bonus points to anyone who just thought of Ross!

I’d always mixed coconut oil into my coffee or tea to help make sure I consume enough healthy fats, though it always floated on the top and the texture was sometimes rough (especially when I was pregnant … the texture made me so nauseous!). At the suggestion of a friend, I tried a strange twist that has become my new favorite!

Basically, I blend coconut oil and grass-fed organic unsalted butter (yes … butter) into coffee with a dash of vanilla and sometimes a drop of stevia. The blender emulsifies the coconut oil and butter so the texture is more creamy than oily and it is a delicious way to get a boost of beneficial fats. This type of healthy coffee also gives much more extended energy throughout the day without making me jittery.

This is similar to the Bulletproof® coffee recipe recommended and popularized by Dave Asprey, though Dave uses MCT oil in place of the coconut oil. Both have their benefits, but coconut oil has more immune-boosting properties while concentrated MCT oil does more for an immediate energy and brain boost.
A way to supercharge coffee and make it healthy and great for your skin

I also tried his Bulletproof Coffee which is much smoother than regular coffee and which he claims is produced carefully to avoid the presence of mycotoxins: “Most coffee beans are processed by either leaving them in the sun and elements to wither and dry, or by pressing them and letting them ferment (spoil) to remove the outer layer of the bean. Both of these techniques are known to produce significant levels of mycotoxins as they enhance flavor. Upgraded coffee beans are mechanically processed right after picking using only clean cold water. This more expensive process is safer because it dramatically reduces harmful molds or bacteria from impacting your health.”

I’ve also used various other forms of organic coffee with great results.

A way to supercharge coffee and make it healthy and great for your skin

Bulletproof Coffee Recipe

A delicious and creamy coffee that packs a powerful nutritional punch!

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 1

Total Time 3

Calories 148kcal

Author Katie Wells

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Servings

cup

Ingredients

1 cup brewed organic coffee (or herbal coffee, or chai tea)
1 tsp coconut oil (or more, I usually put in 2-3 TBSP)
1 TBSP unsalted butter
¼ tsp vanilla extract
3 drops stevia extract (optional)

Instructions

Put all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Mix on high speed for 20 seconds until frothy. Drink immediately and enjoy all the energy!

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Bulletproof Coffee Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 cup)

Calories 148 Calories from Fat 146

% Daily Value*

Fat 16.2g25%

Saturated Fat 11.8g74%

Cholesterol 31mg10%

Sodium 88mg4%

Carbohydrates 0.1g0%

Sugar 0.1g0%

Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Additional Notes: I take my fermented cod liver oil right before drinking this to give all the fat soluble vitamins some beneficial fats to digest with. If you aren’t regularly taking coconut oil, start with a teaspoon and work up, as too much at once might upset your stomach. Coconut oil often increases metabolism and some people notice feeling warmer or like their heart is racing if they start off too fast.

I’ve also recently started adding collagen powder for extra protein and for hair, skin, and nail support and it works wonderfully!

Do you drink coffee? Put butter in it? Too weird? Weigh in below!

This delicious and easy healthy coffee packs a lot of nutrients and gives you lasting, healthy energy all day long.

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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder of Wellness Mama and Co-founder of Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

Comments

750 responses to “Healthy Coffee Recipe (with Butter!)”

Gina

April 21, 2016

Can you use regular coffee and butter as I don’t have organic coffee or grass feed butter

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1. Wellness Mama
  
  April 21, 2016
  
  You can, but won’t receive all the health benefits without it.
  
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2. Ben
  
  April 21, 2016
  
  I’m not sure where you live, but grass-fed butter (or, butter that comes from cows which are least *partially* grass-fed) is becoming easier and easier to find. Kerrygold is an option (but it’s not Organic), and nowadays even my local Albertson’s-branded grocery store (Acme) carries it. Whole Foods has a few new, usually locally-sourced, grass-fed butters, too.) Here’s one list of suggestions for places to look to see if you can get grass-fed butter near you:
  
  https://www.foodrenegade.com/where-find-butter-from-grassfed-cows/
  
  The grass-fed part really is essential; grass-fed butter is higher in Omega-3 fats and alpha linolenic acid. Those are what we’re really trying to get out of the butter – aside from the feeling of fullness that comes from putting that much fat in your coffee 🙂
  
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Barb

April 17, 2016

I am so glad I have a Vita Mix. I just fill it half full of water with a few drops of soap, turn it on for a minute on high, BAM! it’s washed! My first Vita Mix lasted 15 years, then I got $100 trade in, (for a 15 year old machine that didn’t work right anymore), and I got a reconditioned one (which is way cheaper, and you still get a good warranty, like a new one). This coffee is delicious. As a night shift worker, my body is never quite sure what it’s supposed to be doing, so I do not use decaf! But it is delicious. Love your Blog.

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Jesse

April 17, 2016

Hi,
I love this recipe as an option to using coffemate creamer. However, mine is a bit oily. Initially it is foamy then it looks like circles of oil on the surface. I use a nutribullet to blend. I usually mix it for 30 seconds. Do you suggest reducing the ghee? Or any other suggestions?

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1. Ben
  
  April 22, 2016
  
  Jesse,
  
  This is a common problem. There are a couple of solutions:
  
  – Use butter instead of ghee. The milk proteins which are removed from butter to make ghee actually help to emulsify the butter fat into whatever liquid you’re mixing with. If you have a sensitivity to cow’s milk (which is why many people use ghee instead of butter), try powdered goat’s milk.
  
  – Try adding cocoa powder, which will give you more of a mocha-coffee flavor, but the powder also does help with emulsifying the ghee.
  
  -Ben
  
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  1. Jesse
    
    April 22, 2016
    
    Thanks for the recommendations Ben.
    
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Candi

March 29, 2016

Unfortunately I don’t tolerate butter but I make my coffee with a tablespoon of coconut oil, a raw egg and a teaspoon of cinnamon. It’s delicious!

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Taylor

March 19, 2016

I really cant drink coffee is there something I could use in place of coffee

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1. Ben
  
  March 20, 2016
  
  Originally (about 1,000 years ago), this drink was made with tea. You can still do it that way, with either caffeinated or herbal tea. I like to use an hibiscus or other fruity herbal tea, it tastes sweet without there being any sugar.
  
  One tip: you’ll definitely need to use a blender to get it to mix smoothly. Coffee has a bit of acidity which helps emulsify the butter, tea much less so. A high speed blender (20-30 seconds) really helps!
  
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Beth

March 3, 2016

Just wondering are you supposed to drink this on an empty stomach? I have heard that drinking caffeine on an empty stomach messes with your metabolism but the “bulletproof” coffee is supposed to help with burning fat so I wasn’t sure. thanks!

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Leonie

February 27, 2016

Hi
Ive been suffering from acne in years and want to try something with coconut oil either the coffee or frying, I also put it on my face day and night. will i start seeing result soon. Please if someone could help me im desperate to get good skin agin

thanks
Leonie

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1. Beth
  
  April 9, 2020
  
  Coconut oil is highly comedogenic. It clogs pours and will not help acne, but make it worse.
  
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Blair Williams

February 18, 2016

Hi

Thanks and the comments are very interesting, those that I have read as I came across the post tonight. I am trying the mixture of coconut oil and butter to improve tea. And it sure does.

Blair

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amanda

February 13, 2016

Can I use organic agave instead of stevia and still have the same health benefits?

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1. Wellness Mama
  
  February 15, 2016
  
  Here’s why I avoid agave:https://wellnessmama.com/2457/agave-healthy/
  
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Lynne

January 29, 2016

I appreciate all of this info. I always feel a little sad when I see remarks that are on the negative side. It’s so easy to criticize other people – but you are doing a lot of work for the benefit of others….and I just wanted to thank you! I appreciate all of this advice.

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sharon

January 28, 2016

How are you heating up your coffee? Also I use and immersion (frothing) stick to blend mine each morning instead of a blender (to have to wash).

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Katie

January 25, 2016

Hi there! Big blog fan, first time commenter. Thanks for the delicious recipe. What type of vanilla do you use? Extract?

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1. Wellness Mama
  
  January 25, 2016
  
  Yep 🙂 Either store bought or I make my own: https://wellnessmama.com/26180/vanilla-extract/ Thanks for reading!
  
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2. Ben
  
  January 25, 2016
  
  Another option is to use ground dried vanilla beans. Terrasoul is a brand that I use a lot of – it’s ground, raw, and contains nothing else except vanilla beans.
  
  They are not water-soluble, which means that when you mix them into your butter coffee, they will eventually settle out. About 1/8 teaspoon of this powder does the trick though, and the flavor comes through quite clearly!
  
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Ben

January 24, 2016

If you add collagen protein or another powdered ingredient (like powdered coconut milk), you can also add all the ingredients into a tightly-sealed thermos or water bottle and shake for about 30-60 seconds.

The key is to use something that seals TIGHTLY. A double-walled Thermos or vacuum-sealed flask will work, as will the Nalgene OTF water bottles (not insulated, but there’s a locking mechanism on the lid that will keep it from sputtering when you shake.)

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Joyce Stich

January 24, 2016

Dear Katie-I do wish you would advise your readers who use a Ninja or NutriBullet to re-read the instructions that come with the unit.They specifically state NOT to us with HOT liquid. The unit could exlode-or if that does not happen the heat will eventually destroy the gaskets.
Like you, I use my BlendTec every day with such joy. I program the unit for “hot chocolate” and that not only mixes it very well but also heats it to a perfect temperature.
I also add collagen powder and once in a while some coconut milk too, just for variety.
Hope you are well during this pregnancy and the other children are helping you as much as they can-as well as your loving husband. Joyce

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Kobi

January 17, 2016

Hi all, I’m hoping for some simple directions spelled out very easily for me as I am not a whiz in kitchen 🙂

I bought my kerrygold grass-fed unsalted butter and I have a ninja. I’m hoping for a couple of (specific) recommendations for good/organic coffee and coconut oil to make this concoction. I’m really excited to try this but I really need things spelled out for me, lol. Thank you in advance!

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Frank

January 13, 2016

Can i take this coffee with a breakfast? Or is the coffee the breakfast? And is it safe to have this every morning?

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1. Steve N
  
  January 17, 2016
  
  Its just coffee, treat it like any other coffee. Except this one is healthy for you.
  
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Audrey

January 11, 2016

Wow, the blender really does make all the difference. I used coconut cream in my coffee. The one from Thailand that comes in a can. I wonder if it has the same benefits of using coconut oil? Also put a little bit of raw honey and it was delicious.

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Greg

January 7, 2016

Use collagen peptides or collagen protein?

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1. Wellness Mama
  
  January 7, 2016
  
  I personally use the peptides in warm drinks like this because it is easier to dissolve.
  
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Ben

December 23, 2015

If you’re looking for ghee that’s made from butter from cows that are *always* grass-fed (100% of the time, not just 60-80% of the year, which is typical for most “grass-fed” butters), check out Simply Ghee, they are available on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Original-Ghee-255-grams-Jar/dp/B00NPIRRJ6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=wellnessmama-20&linkId=32c388478f26fde0b24fc6340a856c84&language=en_US).
I know Whole Foods carries them in their Mid-Atlantic US stores.

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Dana

December 22, 2015

How do you know if it is grass fed butter and also do you grind down your beans before putting in coffee pot or put in whole?

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1. Lin
  
  December 23, 2015
  
  The butter or Ghee will say right on the package that it’s from grass fed cows. I use Ancient Organics Ghee that’s from grass fed cows, I buy it off Amazon. It’s very good in my coffee. You do need to grind your coffee beans before putting them in the coffee maker or French press. You grind them fine for a drip style coffee maker, and grind them course for a french press. I think coffee from a french press is 100x better in flavor, than a typical coffee maker.
  
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