Did you know… I think I heard about Bulletproof Coffee before I knew what MCT oil was?
Yes, I found out about MCT oil as Bulletproof Coffee began to take over the Internet. Or, at least, my little corner of the Internet.
Bulletproof coffee was (and still is) a real trend.Folks everywhere swear of its life-changing, energy-giving, fat-busting powers.
And you know what? I believe them. 🙂
What Is “Bulletproof” (or “Power” or “High Octane”) Coffee?
“Bulletproof” is actually a brand name. As in, there is a company who packages and sells ghee, High Octane Brain Fuel, and more specifically for adding to coffee known as “Bulletproof”.
Bulletproof coffee = a tablespoon or 2 of MCT oil and a tablespoon or 2 of butter or ghee emulsified into 8 to 12 ounces of black coffee brewed in a French press.
The acclaimed benefits of this concoction?
- suppressed hunger
- lasting energy
- mental clarity
Furthermore, the added fat is reported to slow caffeine’s effects on the body, thereby reducing the negative effects of caffeine, like jitters and heart palpitations.
If you’d like to learn more about “official” Bulletproof coffee, their website explains all the things much better than I can. 🙂
And, for the record, I actually think this fat + coffee emulsion does have health benefits!
I’m just not a coffee drinker… 😉
So, I want MCT oil recipes that AREN’T Bulletproof coffee!
Stop. Back up. I feel like I’m getting ahead of myself.
Maybe you’re like, “Uh, what’s MCT oil?”
Cool. Let’s answer that!
“Uh, what’s MCT oil?”
MCT stands for “medium-chain triglycerides” and are fats most commonly derived from coconuts. MCT oil is a form of coconut oil, and all coconut oil contains MCTs. But, coconut oil isn’t PURE MCTs.
So, when the MCTs are isolated, the result is MCT oil — a tasteless, odorless oil that’s liquid at room or cool temperatures. (It will freeze, though.)
Although coconuts contain several types of fatty acids, there are just 4 types of fatty acids in MCT oil:
- caproic acid (C6)
- caprylic acid (C8)
- capric acid (C10)
- lauric acid (C12)
Only C6, C8, and C10 bypass your digestive tract and are processed by the liver as a quick and usable source of energy known as ketones.
Because MCTs occur is such small amounts in only a few foods, if you want them in a concentrated form, you have to use MCT oil. And, MCT oil can be a super healing, nourishing part of a clean diet — especially if you’re following a keto/low-carb/Trim Healthy Mama lifestyle or are following the keto diet for healing.
What MCT Oil Is Best?
Personally, I use Perfect Supplements MCT Oil.
What are the potential benefits of consuming Perfect MCT Oil?
- Increased energy
- Reduced brain fog, improved mental clarity
- Supports a healthy metabolism
- Aids in burning stored body fat (ketosis for weight loss)
- Healing to the gut
- Reduces inflammation
- Helps maintain stable blood sugar
- Has anti-viral and anti-fungal properties
All MCT oils possess these benefits… so what makes Perfect MCT Oil different or better?
One word: QUALITY.
When I shop for a product, I want to know where it came from, how it was processed, why it was processed, if it’s pure, if it’s clean, and if it’s ethical.
I’ve been known to call companies and sit on hold, waiting for someone higher up to answer the difficult questions I ask about any given product. I’m picky, y’all.
When I shop for a product, I want to know where it came from, how it was processed, why it was processed, if it’s pure, if it’s clean, and if it’s ethical.
Here’s how Perfect MCT Oil met all my requirements:
- Just 1 ingredient — USDA organic coconuts — no fillers, chemicals, trans fats, or GMOs = PURE and CLEAN
- Made from sustainably harvested coconuts = ETHICAL and WHERE
- Low-heat processing = HOW/WHY
- Batch tested = PURE and CLEAN
- Tasteless and odorless = PURE and CLEAN
I use Perfect MCT Oil daily, whether in my morning smoothie or emulsified into a cup of hot tea for an afternoon energy boost. <— Save 10% on Perfect MCT Oil by using my readers-only discount code ALLTHETHINGS at checkout!)
I’ve actually never had it in coffee! And since I’m always on the hunt for new recipes and I specifically want MCT oil recipes that aren’t Bulletproof coffee, I went digging and found some!
40+ MCT Oil Recipes That Aren’t Bulletproof Coffee
Hot drinks, cold drinks, smoothies, smoothie bowls, salad dressings, fat bombs, ice cream and more… I’ve collected over 40 recipes with MCT oil for you, and not a single one is Bulletproof/Power/High Octane Coffee!
I love how unique each of these recipes are. They showcase MCT oil’s versatility.
After all, how many other ingredients do you know of with these types of health benefits that don’t have a taste or smell?!
I hope you’re inspired to include these amazing, nourishing fat source into your diet. It works perfectly into a low-carb or keto lifestyle, paleo, Trim Healthy Mama, gluten-free, AIP, and more!
Dairy-Free Matcha Latte from What Great Grandma Ate
Hot Drinks With MCT Oil
Sugar-Free Dandy Blend Latte with MCT Oil (caffeine-free, coffee-free)
Instant Turmeric Bone Broth Latte — Just Add Water!
Thyroid Anti-Inflammatory Energy Tea
Instant Pot White Hot Chocolate
Frothy Irish Breakfast Tea Latte
Bone Broth Latte — Breakfast In A Mug!
Cold Drinks With MCT Oil
Iced Bulletproof Turmeric Latte (paleo, Whole30, keto)
Avocado Milk (paleo, keto, AIP, GAPS)
Chocolate Orange Smoothie with Essential Oils (+ a secret green ingredient!)
Peach Cherry Smoothie Bowl from Cook With Me Darling
Smoothies & Smoothie Bowls With MCT Oil
The Everything Smoothie
Healthy Vanilla Smoothie with MCT Oil & Cauliflower
Pumpkin Pie Fertility Smoothie
Keto Chocolate Fat Bomb Smoothie
Keto Blueberry Galaxy Smoothie
Low-Carb/Paleo/Keto Raspberry Breakfast Pudding Bowl
Chocolate Almond Chip Ice Cream from Whole New Mom
Dessert Recipes With MCT Oil
Keto Avocado Lemon Ice Cream (dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free)
Chocolate Macadamia Nut Keto Fat Bombs
Chocolate Almond Chip Ice Cream (dairy-free, egg-free)
Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Lemon Poppyseed Ice Cream (vegan, sugar-free, low-carb)
Lime Kefir Ice Cream with Fermented Blueberry Sauce
Chocolate Energy “Shot Blocks”
Food Recipes With MCT Oil
Everything Seasoning Deviled Eggs (keto, paleo, Whole30)
Egg Fast Coconut Oil & MCT Oil Mayo
Paleo Copycat Cream of Wheat Porridge(GAPS, keto, AIP)
Dairy-Free Caesar Salad Dressing With MCT Oil
Probiotic Cucumber Ranch Dressing (THM: all fuel types)
Garlic-Lime Mini Sweet Potato Puffs with Chili-Lime Yogurt Sauce
Chicken Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Tuna Stuffed Pepper For One (THM:E)
Dairy-Free Bulletproof Coffee Pods
Healthy Gluten-Free Instant Porridge With MCT Oil
Don’t forget to save 10% on Perfect MCT Oil with my readers-only discount code ALLTHETHINGS — CLICK HERE!
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