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Ghee coffee, often called bulletproof coffee, is simply hot coffee blended with a spoon of ghee until it turns creamy and frothy. Made well, it tastes like a latte with no milk, and the fat gives you a slower, steadier lift from the caffeine. This version uses Rulife A2 Desi Cow Ghee in place of the usual MCT-oil-and-butter combo, so you get a clean cup built on real bilona ghee.
Why Add Ghee to Your Coffee?
When you blend fat into coffee, the caffeine tends to be absorbed more gradually, which many people find gives them energy without the mid-morning slump (Healthline). Ghee also makes the cup rich and filling, which is why ghee coffee is popular with people doing intermittent fasting or following a keto or low-carb routine. Because the milk solids are removed, A2 ghee is naturally lactose-free, so it often sits easier than adding milk.
One thing to keep in mind: this is a high-fat drink, not a free one. A tablespoon of ghee adds roughly 120 calories, so treat ghee coffee as a small breakfast rather than something on top of one.
Ingredients
Makes 1 cup
- 1 cup (240 ml) hot brewed coffee - filter, French press, or 1 tsp instant
- 1 tablespoon Rulife A2 Desi Cow Ghee
- Optional: 1/2 tsp Rulife Wild Forest Honey or a pinch of cinnamon
How to Make Ghee Coffee
- Brew one cup of strong, hot coffee. It needs to be genuinely hot so the ghee melts completely.
- Add 1 tablespoon of Rulife A2 Desi Cow Ghee to the hot coffee.
- Blend for 20 to 30 seconds in a blender, or use a handheld milk frother right in the cup. This is the step that matters: stirring with a spoon leaves an oily film, while blending emulsifies the fat into a smooth, frothy layer.
- Pour into your cup. Add honey or cinnamon now if using, and drink straight away while it is warm and foamy.
Tips and Variations
- Start with one tablespoon. If you are new to fat in coffee, more can feel heavy on the stomach. Build up slowly.
- Blend, do not stir. A frother or blender is what gives you the creamy texture.
- Keep it low-carb. Leave out the honey to keep it suitable for keto or a fasting window.
- Spice it. A pinch of cinnamon or cardamom adds warmth and aroma without any sugar.
A Few Health Notes
Ghee coffee can be a satisfying way to start the day, but it is not a weight-loss drink on its own. Any benefit comes from it replacing a heavier breakfast or helping you eat less later, not from the ghee burning fat. If you have high cholesterol or a heart condition, check with your doctor before making high-fat coffee a daily habit. This article is general information, not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ghee coffee good for weight loss?
It can help only if it replaces a larger breakfast and keeps you full so you eat less across the day. The ghee itself does not burn fat. For the full picture, see our guide on whether ghee is good for weight loss.
How much ghee should I put in coffee?
One tablespoon per cup is the standard. It is enough for a creamy texture and steady energy without making the drink too heavy.
Can I drink ghee coffee during intermittent fasting?
Many people do, since it has no sugar or carbs when made plain. Strictly speaking it does break a fast because it contains calories, but it will not spike blood sugar. Skip the honey if you want to stay closest to a fasted state.
Does ghee coffee taste oily?
Not if you blend it. Blending emulsifies the ghee into the coffee so it tastes creamy, like a latte. Stirring by hand is what leaves an oily layer on top.
Which ghee is best for bulletproof coffee?
A pure, grass-fed A2 ghee like Rulife A2 Desi Cow Ghee, made by the traditional bilona method, gives the cleanest flavour and melts smoothly into hot coffee.
Make It with Rulife
👉 Rulife A2 Desi Cow Ghee - hand-churned bilona ghee, lactose-free and clean for your morning cup
👉 Rulife Wild Forest Honey - a touch of raw sweetness if you would rather skip sugar
Prefer your ghee on toast or in dal instead? Read the Ayurvedic case for eating ghee every day.
