Bulletproof coffee is the frothy, buttery cup that turns your morning brew into breakfast. Fresh coffee blended with coconut oil and grass-fed butter whips into a creamy, latte-like drink with real staying power. Five minutes, one blender, and no sugar crash waiting at ten o'clock.
Bulletproof Coffee
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Ingredients
● 2 tbsp (30 ml) of coffee grounds
● 1 tbsp of coconut oil
● 1 cup (240 ml) of water
● 1 tbsp (15 ml) of grass-fed butter
Instructions
● Using the water and coffee grounds, use your own preferred method to make a cup of coffee.
● Pour the coffee into a blender.
● Add butter and coconut oil.
● Blend thoroughly.
● Feel free to add ingredients like cinnamon, nutmeg, whipped cream, and stevia.
Pro Tips
- Blend a full thirty seconds, not a quick pulse — emulsifying the butter and coconut oil is what makes it frothy instead of a greasy film on top.
- Use freshly brewed hot coffee so the fats melt instantly; cooled coffee leaves you with clumps that no amount of blending will smooth.
- Grass-fed butter is milder and creamier than regular butter, which matters here because it's a full tablespoon of the drink's flavour.
- Start with half a tablespoon of coconut oil the first week and build up — your digestion will thank you for the gentle introduction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does bulletproof coffee really replace breakfast?
The fat keeps many people full for hours, but listen to your appetite — it's a drink, and pairing it with eggs is perfectly reasonable.
Can I make it without a blender?
A milk frother works well. A spoon alone won't emulsify the fats, so expect a separated cup unless you blend or froth it.
What can I use instead of coconut oil?
MCT oil is the classic substitute and blends even more smoothly, though it's more neutral in flavour than coconut oil.
Can I add flavours to it?
Cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla blend in nicely, and a little stevia sweetens it without breaking the low-sugar principle.
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Ingredients
Method
- Using the water and coffee grounds, use your own preferred method to make a cup of coffee.
- Pour the coffee into a blender.
- Add butter and coconut oil.
- Blend thoroughly.
- Feel free to add ingredients like cinnamon, nutmeg, whipped cream, and stevia.
