Bulletproof coffee is the keto twist on your morning cup that keeps you going for hours. Freshly brewed coffee blends with grass-fed butter and coconut oil until it's frothy and rich, almost like a latte without the milk. A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg turns it into a proper treat.
Bulletproof Coffee
Isn’t coffee something we’re all addicted to? Here’s a keto twist you might like.
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 the coffee with the butter and coconut oil rather than stirring — the blender emulsifies the fats into that signature creamy froth.
- Use the hottest coffee you can so the fats melt and blend smoothly instead of floating in oily slicks.
- Cinnamon, nutmeg, whipped cream, and stevia are all welcome additions once you've mastered the basic version.
- Make the coffee with your own preferred brewing method — the blend is what matters, not how you get the cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is bulletproof coffee?
It's coffee blended with butter and healthy fats instead of milk and sugar — a keto staple meant to replace a carb-heavy breakfast.
Do I need grass-fed butter?
Grass-fed butter is the recipe's choice for its cleaner, richer flavor, though any good-quality unsalted butter will work.
Can I drink it while intermittent fasting?
Many keto and fasting followers do — the fats provide energy without the blood-sugar spike of a typical breakfast.
Why does it need a blender?
Blending emulsifies the oils into the coffee for a smooth, creamy texture. Stirred versions taste greasy and separate quickly.
Recipe Card
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.
