MCT Oil and Almond Butter Shake

Why This Works for Intermittent Fasting

This shake is built almost entirely from fat and protein — MCT oil, almond butter, and full-fat coconut cream — with virtually no carbohydrate to trigger an insulin spike. MCT oil is converted to ketones quickly by the liver, giving a fast, steady energy lift that pairs well with a fasting lifestyle, while almond butter's fat and protein combination extends satiety well past a typical smoothie. It's dense enough in calories to work as a genuine meal replacement inside a short eating window, rather than a light snack that leaves you hungry an hour later.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons natural almond butter (no added sugar or oils)
• 1 tablespoon MCT oil
• 1/4 cup full-fat coconut cream
• 1 scoop unflavored or vanilla whey or collagen protein powder (no added sugar)
• Pinch of sea salt
• Ice cubes, to blend
• Stevia or monk fruit to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. Add the almond milk, almond butter, MCT oil, coconut cream, and protein powder to a blender.
2. Add a pinch of sea salt and a small handful of ice cubes.
3. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
4. Taste and add a few drops of stevia or monk fruit sweetener if you prefer it sweeter.
5. Pour into a tall glass and drink immediately.

A note on MCT oil: Start with a smaller amount (1 teaspoon) if you haven't used MCT oil before — larger amounts can cause digestive upset in people who aren't used to it. Build up to a full tablespoon over a few days.

Nutrition Per Serving

Values are approximate and depend on the specific protein powder and almond butter used.

Fasting Compatibility

This shake is calorie-dense and protein-rich, making it best suited as a meal replacement rather than a between-meal snack. It works particularly well for 16:8 or 18:6 practitioners who want a fast, low-effort first meal to break their fast, and for OMAD followers who want extra calories and fat alongside their main meal without added carbohydrate. It is not intended to be consumed during the fasting window itself, since the calorie and protein content will end a fast.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making dietary changes, especially if you have an existing health condition.