Why This Recipe Works for You
Perfect for low AMY1 expression and ketogenic lifestyle. MCT oils provide quick energy for the brain while supporting fat adaptation and sustained energy without carbohydrates.
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly brewed coffee (high-quality beans)
- 1-2 tablespoons grass-fed butter or ghee
- 1 tablespoon MCT oil (start with 1 tsp if new to MCT)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Pinch of sea salt
- Optional: Stevia or monk fruit sweetener to taste
Instructions
- Brew a cup of high-quality coffee using your preferred method.
- Pour hot coffee into a blender.
- Add butter (or ghee for dairy-free option) and MCT oil.
- Add vanilla extract and sea salt if using.
- Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until frothy and creamy.
- Taste and add sweetener if desired.
- Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy immediately.
- Start with less MCT oil if you're new to it to avoid digestive upset.
Tips for Success
- Quality Coffee: Use freshly ground, high-quality beans
- MCT Oil: Start with 1 tsp and gradually increase
- Blending: Essential for proper emulsification
- Timing: Best consumed in the morning on an empty stomach
Nutritional Benefits
- MCT Oil: Rapidly absorbed fats for quick brain energy
- Grass-fed Butter: Omega-3 fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins
- Coffee: Antioxidants and mental alertness
- Sustained Energy: No carb crash, steady energy