How to Use Coconut Oil in Coffee: 2 Keto Coffee Recipes

A spoonful of coconut oil makes a plain cup of coffee rich and creamy, as long as you blend it in. Here's how much to use, how to keep it from floating on top, and two keto coffee recipes to try with Coconut Oil for Coffee & Cooking.

What you need

8 to 12 oz of hot brewed coffee
1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
A blender, a handheld milk frother or a spoon
Optional: unsalted butter or ghee, cinnamon, vanilla extract

How to add coconut oil to coffee

Brew a strong cup. Strong coffee holds up best to the extra richness.
Measure the oil. Start with 1 teaspoon. Work up to 1 tablespoon once you know how you like it.
Add it to hot coffee. The oil melts as soon as it hits a hot cup. With the pouch, squeeze it straight in.
Blend for 10 to 15 seconds. A blender or frother mixes the oil in for a creamy, foamy cup. Stirring works too, but some oil will sit on top.
Drink it hot. As the coffee cools, the oil starts to separate again.

Blender safety: use a blender that's safe for hot liquids, vent the lid so steam can escape, and start on low.

Recipe 1: Simple coconut oil coffee

10 oz hot brewed coffee
1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil for Coffee & Cooking
A pinch of cinnamon (optional)

Pour the coffee into a blender and add the oil.
Blend for 10 to 15 seconds, until foamy.
Pour into a mug and top with cinnamon.

Recipe 2: Keto butter coffee

10 oz hot brewed coffee
1 tablespoon Coconut Oil for Coffee & Cooking
1 tablespoon unsalted butter or ghee
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Add everything to a blender.
Blend for 20 to 30 seconds, until it looks like a foamy latte. Butter takes a little longer to blend than oil.
Pour and drink right away.

There's no sweetener in this recipe. If you like it sweeter, add the sweetener that fits your plan.

Tips

Oil too firm? In a cool kitchen (below about 76°F) the oil firms up. Set the pouch in warm water for a minute to soften it.
Too rich? A full tablespoon can taste heavy at first. Go back to a teaspoon and build up.
Mild flavor. Unrefined virgin coconut oil adds a light coconut taste that sits well with dark roasts.
Skip iced coffee. Coconut oil firms up in cold drinks, so keep it for hot cups.
Rinse right away. Rinse the blender with hot water before the oil cools and firms up on it.
Beyond coffee. Use the same pouch for baking or in the frying pan.

Try it in your coffee

Coconut Oil for Coffee & Cooking is pure organic, unrefined, cold-pressed virgin coconut oil in a 7 fl oz squeezable pouch with a twist-off cap. Squeeze it straight into your cup, no spoon needed.

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FAQ

How much coconut oil should I put in coffee?

Start with 1 teaspoon in an 8 to 12 oz cup. Once you know how you like it, work up to 1 tablespoon.

Do I need a blender?

No. A blender or handheld milk frother gives the creamiest cup. You can also stir it in, but some oil will sit on top.

Why does coconut oil float on top of my coffee?

Oil and water don't mix on their own. Blend or froth for 10 to 15 seconds and drink it while it's hot.

Can I put coconut oil in iced coffee?

It doesn't mix well. Coconut oil firms up in cold drinks and can form small flecks, so it works best in hot coffee.

Why is my coconut oil solid?

Coconut oil firms up below about 76°F. That's normal. Set the pouch in warm water for a minute and it softens again.

Is coconut oil the same as MCT oil?

No. Coconut oil is the whole oil and naturally contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). MCT oil is made of just those fats and stays liquid when it's cold. Either one blends into hot coffee.

Is coconut oil keto-friendly?

Coconut oil is a pure fat, which is why it shows up in so many keto coffee recipes. Check the nutrition label against your own eating plan.

Can I cook with Coconut Oil for Coffee?

Yes. Use it for baking or in the frying pan, the same way you'd use any coconut oil.

How to Use Coconut Oil in Coffee