Keto Bulletproof Coffee

Possible benefits of bulletproof coffee

Putting butter and/or MCT oil in your coffee doesn’t just add a frothy creaminess, there are many other benefits of bulletproof coffee.

• Energy – The healthy fat from the MCT oil provides immediate energy that is metabolized quickly. The combination of caffeine from coffee and healthy fats is said to provide a longer-lasting energy boost than just coffee alone. The fats from the butter are metabolized more slowly, providing a steadier source of energy.
• Weight loss & appetite control – Some studies have demonstrated an association between MCT oils and increases hormones that reduce appetite and a decrease in fat accumulation.
• Brain function – MCT oils and the butter are metabolized into ketones and can be used as a fuel for the brain in those following a ketogenic diet.
• Reduced inflammation

Benefits of grass fed butter

Ideally, you want to add butter from a pasture raised cow (aka grass fed butter). Butter made from this type of animal has a higher omega 3 fatty acid content and vitamin k2 (which only comes from grass fed animals).

Look for packaging that states “pasture-raised” or “from grass fed cows”. If all else fails, you can make your own out of cream from grass fed cows.

What Is MCT oil?

MCT stands for medium chain triglycerides and is sourced from coconut oil or palm oil.

A medium chain fatty acid is about 8-10 carbons in length in a fatty acid chain, called C8 & C10. MCT oils are immediately used as fuel for someone on the keto diet as there is not much digestion that takes place when you consume it.

Upgraded coffee

Besides the basics, many people like to add in a few other ingredients into their butter coffees to make it specific to their tastes. This is ideal for those who need to have coffee creamer in their keto coffee.

These include:

• collagen powder
• adaptogens
• Himalayan salt
• stevia or other sweeteners
• sugar free coffee syrups aka skinny syrups
• heavy cream
• half and half
• cinnamon
• protein powder
• nut milks – almond milk, coconut milk

Ways to people enjoy this keto coffee recipe

“I don’t know if mine counts as bulletproof but I’m hooked. 1 tbsp mct oil, 1 tbsp vanilla cinnamon skinny syrup, 1 tbsp of heavy whipping cream, a few stevia drops, froth it all together and sprinkle cinnamon on top.”

➥ from YouTube subscriber @Christina-tp4mo

“I add 2 tbsp salted butter, 2 tbsp coconut oil, 4 tbsp collagen peptides and of course coffee with a tad of Stevia.”

➥ from YouTube subscriber carlosalessi7860

Blender vs frother for bulletproof coffee

I prefer to use a blender rather than a frother for making keto bulletproof coffee since it produces a very frothy and creamy cup of coffee. It tastes like you added keto coffee creamer, like heavy cream, but you didn’t!

However, a milk frother is nice to have when you don’t have access to a blender or you are on the go. Handheld milk frothers are battery operated and don’t require being plugged in to run.

Why do people put butter in coffee?

People on the keto diet love to put butter in their coffee.

Besides providing a dose of healthy fats, adding butter makes the coffee super creamy and frothy without having to add milk or a ton of cream. It’s like having a coffeehouse latte without all the dairy.

So if you are someone that likes extra foam on your coffee without finding a keto coffee creamer, drinking butter coffee is the way to go.

Espresso vs regular coffee

If you are looking for a coffee that is less acidic than regular coffee, try Golden Ratio. It is so smooth and comes in different flavors. I love to enjoy mine as a bulletproof coffee or just with a splash of cream.

Iced keto coffee

Whether the weather is warm or you just prefer cold coffee over hot, you can easily turn this recipe into an iced keto coffee.

Simple pour the hot coffee blend (with butter and MCT) over ice and stir to mix. If you fear this will dilute your coffee, you can make cold brew!