What is Bulletproof Coffee
If you’re into health trends, you’ve probably heard of Bulletproof Coffee. But what exactly is it?
Bulletproof Coffee (also known as bp coffee or MCT coffee) – your coffee, breakfast, and morning pick-me-up, all in one cup. It’s the perfect solution for those who need a fast, filling start to the day. Just blend hot coffee with creamy butter and MCT oil, and savour the smooth, frothy drink that fuels your body and mind. It’s designed to fuel your brain octane and body, offering sustained energy and mental clarity without the crash that sometimes follows a regular cup of joe.
This healthy drink was originally created by Dave Asprey, inspired by the yak butter tea he encountered during his travels in Tibet.
I have tried so many bulletproof coffee recipes but this one is fantastic! It was a complete surprise to me that I actually liked it 😂. I am a black coffee drinker and the idea of butter and egg in a coffee did not exactly sound like something I would enjoy at all. 😆
Bulletproof Coffee Ingredients
Coffee – Use the coffee you enjoy the most. I love great fresh espresso coffee beans from my Jura coffee machine every day. You can use instant coffee in bulletproof coffee if that is what you prefer.
Egg – I use room temperature eggs so it doesn’t taste eggy. You can leave out the egg for a bulletproof coffee vegan option.
Butter – Use high-quality, unsalted butter like grass fed butter for the best flavour and health benefits. Ghee, Coconut oil, or MCT oil can also be used for dairy free bulletproof coffee as well. MCT oil in coffee is not only a great vegan coffee option but it also keeps the flavour more neutral as well.
MCT Oil or MCT Powder – If you’re new to MCT oil, start with 1 teaspoon and gradually increase to avoid digestive discomfort. MCT oil provides a quick and sustained energy boost, enhances cognitive function, and supports weight management by promoting fat metabolism. It’s a valuable addition to low-carb diets, helping with mental clarity and maintaining ketosis.
Milk – While I do not add any type of milk to the bp coffee, you could add a dash of keto milk, nut milk, or any milk heated with a milk frother.
How To Make Keto Coffee
Alrighty well, this keto coffee recipe is far from hard to make. It is very simply a case add all the ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy.
I have included how to make bulletproof coffee in the Thermomix as well, for all our thermi fans.
While not in the recipe below, Bulletproof coffee can have extra spices added in such as star anise, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin spice latte, chai spice blend, or allspice.
HOT TIP FOR MIXING: If you do not have a blender or Thermomix simply use a whisk and mix in a bowl. Alternatively pour all the ingredients into a jar (best to have softened butter) and shake vigorously until smooth.
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Tips for the BEST Bulletproof Coffee
- Use your favourite coffee beans or instant coffee. I love a good strong espresso keto coffee.
- MCT Vanilla Powder is amazing in the bulletproof coffee. It adds a beautiful creaminess of healthy fats to this bp coffee recipe.
- I use salted butter. Salt and butter in coffee are a match made in heaven.
- Add the egg if you want. It also adds extra fat and protein as well as making keto coffee super creamy. I add the egg particularly when following an egg fast meal plan.
- Mix all the ingredients in a blender or Thermomix until creamy.
- Bulletproof coffee can be consumed hot, cold or frozen. I like to pour some into an ice cube tray and freeze it. You can then use the ice cubes in a tasty summer keto iced coffee or keto coffee cocktail. Keto bulletproof cold brew coffee would also be awesome!
Frequently Asked Questions
There is also a lot of questions surrounding bulletproof coffee, autophagy and breaking intermittent fasting. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions.
At around 300 calories per serving bulletproof coffee can indeed break a fast and is not recommended while fasting. Drink regular black coffee during fasting.
Yes, in all likelihood it will.
It can help with weight loss. This would of course depend on the lifestyle you are following and how many carbs or calories are consumed on a daily basis.
Autophagy is the body’s way of cleaning out damaged cells, in order to regenerate newer, healthier cells. It involves using fat stores and energy from the body. The more fats you consume the body is likely to use first first before using what is already there. MCT oil has been shown to not break autophagy in small doses. I think this is something you may need to test for yourself to see what your body limits are.
More Recipes to Try
Love keto coffee drinks or Keto Smoothies? Here are just a few of my favourite keto drink recipes and some desserts that use coffee in the best way.
- Keto Dalgona Coffee – delicious whipped coffee from Korea.
- Coffee Fat Bombs – Sugar free coffee flavoured keto fat bombs.
- Coffee Jellies – keto coffee jellies are incredible. One of my faves.
- Keto French Silk Pie – this chocolate coffee pie is something else. A must try!
- Keto Chocolate Pudding – easy chocolate pudding that you can spike with a shot of coffee.
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Bulletproof Coffee Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 cup hot coffee (250ml)
- 1 tablespoon butter (15g)
- 1 tablespoon MCT oil or powder
- 1 egg optional
- Pinch salt flakes
OPTIONAL
- sweetener of choice see notes
Instructions
CONVENTIONAL METHOD
- Place all ingredients into a blender and mix 1 minute until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.
THERMAL METHOD
- Place all ingredients into mixer, mix 1 min/37°C/speed 5. Serve immediately.
Notes
Your Own Notes
Nutrition
18 responses to “Bulletproof Coffee Recipe – The Best Keto Coffee”
Wow. Coffee with butter? Didn’t think it would taste sooo good! I used coconut oil as I already had this but ommitted the egg and added a pinch of cinnamon and it is amazing. So creamy and the coconut flavour really stands out
Omg needed a sweet treat & caffeine and whipped this up 👌
I have finally done the bullet proof coffee which is on the 3 day egg fast and omg why didn’t I do it earlier. So tasty will definitely be a regular occurrence. Thanks Megan 😊That is so great to hear Anne. I am so happy you enjoyed it and your egg fast. Thanks for taking the time to review too. xx
I started keto a few months ago and I have been looking for a recipe like this. Bookmarking your website as I see a lot of recipes that will be on repeat of me! This coffee was delicious and you cannot taste that there are fewer carbs.Sweet
I have been hearing a lot about bulletproof coffee. It seems pretty simple and easy to make. Will have to give it a try for myself!Let us know how you like it Liz
God that is so goodWhere can we purchase vanilla mct powder?
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I found Lacako coffee cream at the health foof store that is vanilla mct oil & collagen can I use that in the bullet proff coffee
Does the egg not cook when added to the coffee?
Yes it does Timothy, but some still are cautious of it.
Well this is a perfect way to start the day. I have missed having a cappuccino since I started Keto . This was creamy and a great way to start an egg fast. I will be having a fully loaded bullet proof coffee on a regular basis as it’s not only very filling but an easy way to enjoy a quick meal on the run.yay! Enjoy it Lynda.
I love how creamy this becomes when you blitz it up. Very tastySo glad you enjoyed it Natusha. Thanks for leaving a review x
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