If you’re like me, you’re just getting your feet wet in the world of medicinal and adaptogenic mushrooms.
Until recently, I never would’ve dreamed of putting mushrooms anywhere near my coffee or hot chocolate, but now I’m putting them in my morning lattes, smoothies, evening hot chocolate, and beyond! Let me show you how easy it is to make 2 delicious mushroom “lattes” at home in just 5 minutes.
My fascination with mushroom powders began after listening to this Rich Roll podcast episode with Tero Isokauppila, the founder of Four Sigmatic — a company that’s seeking to educate people on the benefits of medicinal mushrooms and make them accessible to consumers.
I had no idea mushrooms could be so good for you. From the simple act of eating sautéed mushrooms to adding lion’s mane mushroom to your morning coffee, the health benefits are kind of amazing.
I’m certainly no expert, but from what I’ve gathered the best and most accessible mushroom to eat is shiitake (be sure to eat them cooked in a little fat to increase bioavailability).
As far as mushroom powders go, I recommend reaching for chaga (for antioxidants, overall wellness, and immunity), reishi (for calm, relaxation, and sleep), lion’s mane (for brain function and focus), and cordyceps (for performance, adaptogenic effects, and increased oxygen flow).
So why mushrooms in coffee?
Adding things like mushroom powders to coffee can offset some of the downsides of coffee, including jitters, acidity, and disrupted digestion. When adding mushrooms to things like hot chocolate, you’re simply reaping the benefits of the various kinds of mushrooms on top of the antioxidants in cacao.
And the cool thing is you really can’t taste the mushrooms! Their earthiness pairs nicely with both coffee and chocolate flavors.
It’s kind of a win-win.
Now, that’s not to say drinking super-sugary lattes or pots of coffee in the morning with a side of mushroom powder makes the health downsides go away. But, there is a lot of evidence to suggest that adding more mushrooms to our diet can be beneficial.
With that said, I’ve been playing around with two mushroom blends from Four Sigmatic (not sponsored — just love their stuff!) and have really enjoyed them so far. I can’t say I’ve noticed dramatic effects, but I like knowing that if I am going to have caffeine, the effects won’t be quite as harsh. And if I’m having hot chocolate anyway, might as well enjoy some health benefits while I’m at it.
I hope you LOVE these two mushroom drinks! They’re:
Creamy
Perfectly sweet
Comforting
Customizable
& Seriously delicious
These lattes would make the perfect morning pick-me-up with health perks (especially the coffee version) or evening wind down or afternoon treat (especially the hot chocolate).
If you’re into cozy drinks, also be sure to check out our 3-Ingredient Healing Turmeric Tonic, Feel Good Hot Chocolate, 5-Minute Vegan Golden Milk, Best Vegan Matcha Latte, and our fan favorite 5-Minute Caffeine-Free Chai Mix!
If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!
5-Minute Mushroom Latte (2 Ways!)
Ingredients
MUSHROOM HOT CACAO LATTE
- 1 tsp mushroom powder (we love Four Sigmatic)
- 1 tsp maple syrup (or other sweetener of choice, plus more to taste)
- 1 tsp almond butter (optional // or other nut / seed butter)
- 2 Tbsp cacao powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder)
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 cup dairy-free milk (such as cashew, coconut, or almond milk)
MUSHROOM COFFEE LATTE
- 1 tsp mushroom powder (we love Four Sigmatic)
- 1 tsp maple syrup (plus more to taste)
- 1 tsp cacao powder (optional)
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 cup dairy-free milk (such as cashew, coconut, or almond milk)
- 1 shot espresso, or 1/3 cup strong brewed coffee
Instructions
For the hot chocolate:
- Add mushroom powder, maple syrup, almond butter (optional), cacao powder, cinnamon, and sea salt to a small blender (we like the NutriBullet).
- Steam or heat dairy-free milk until hot and add to the blender. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until frothy and well blended.
- Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding cinnamon for warmth / spice, more sweetener to taste, or more cacao for rich chocolate flavor.
- Serve as is, or top with coconut whipped cream, cinnamon, and/or cacao powder. Best when fresh. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until hot.
For the coffee:
- Add mushroom powder, maple syrup, cacao powder (optional), cinnamon, and sea salt to a small blender (we like the NutriBullet).
- Steam or heat dairy-free milk until hot and add to the blender along with the espresso or coffee. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until frothy and well-blended.
- Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding cinnamon for warmth / spice, more sweetener to taste, or more coffee or espresso for a stronger coffee flavor.
- Serve as is, or top with coconut whipped cream or cinnamon. Best when fresh. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until hot.
Grace says
I was looking for a recipe to make a cacao and mushroom drink. Today I made the mushroom hot cacao latte using (1-2 tsp) Lion’s mane powder, (1 tsp) honey for sweetener, (1-2 tsp) homemade almond butter (nice addition!), and omitted the sea salt (but plan to use next time). I heated (2 cups) almond milk in a wide mouth mason jar in the microwave to save time, but think I’d prefer to heat in a pot on the stove in future. Then I added the other ingredients and mixed with an immersion blender in the jar. This made 2 servings. If making a larger quantity I would likely use my Vitamix. I’m curious to try a version of the mushroom coffee latte – sounds like a tasty mocha. Thanks for the recipes!
Sounds lovely! Thank you for sharing, Grace!
Laurie Walle says
I’d like to learn how to make mushroom coffee with real, fresh lion’s mane mushrooms. Do you know where I can find out? I, too, have been using Four Sigma, but would like to try a homemade use of lion’s mane.
Thank you.
Hi Laurie, we don’t, sorry!
Angélique says
None of the links works, just says page not found, and goes to Amazon. 😪
Can you get a direct link to the company?
Hi Angélique, it looks like they may have stopped making those products. Here’s a similar product from the same brand: https://us.foursigmatic.com/products/10-mushroom-blend
Anna says
Omg I need this! Does any mushroom powder work? I don’t live in the us so I don’t have access to the brands listed in the recipe .
I found a chaga mushroom powder on Amazon , that works? Thank you in advance
Hi Anna, yes, that should be fine!
Emily says
Delicious! Made the hot chocolate exactly as written plus a little stevia – perfect!!!
Yay! Thanks for sharing, Emily! xo
Brooke says
This is SO GOOD! I’ve been looking for a way to use up my four sigmatic sampler pack and came across these recipes. I made the hot cocoa one and just replaced the maple with one medjool date. Unreal delicious and creamy. Going to try the coffee one tomorrow morning. Thank you!
Ps are you coming out with a new cookbook anytime soon since transitioning your diet?! Would love to purchase ❤️
Whoop! Thanks for sharing! Love the addition of a date. Adds even more creaminess!
No cookbook planned for now! xo
Alex says
Hallo, finally bought proper chaga, the first one I bought several years ago smelled terrible and I could not make myself drink it. Yesterday I bought another brand and it was love at first smell. Googled how to make it and found your recipe Dana. First I just made a straight tea and loved it, today I made your hot choco and it was out of this world delicious. Only, I switched cacao for carob and it was fab. I will tag you on Insta too. Thanks!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Alex! Thanks so much for sharing!
Ari says
the hot chocolate mushroom recipe was amazing thank you! Btw, that latte art was DOPE, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise!! 😂😂
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Ari! Thanks for sharing!
Chef Stacey Jean says
Just tried the Mushroom Coffee Latte recipe and love it! I used 8 oz brewed coffee with 4 oz blend of coconut / almond milk, 1 tsp reishi, 3/4 tsp cocoa powder, a squirt of maple and pinch of cinnamon. Put it all in my little ninja blender and its perfectly frothy! How have I not tried this before?! Thanks!!
Thanks so much for the lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
Teresa says
Tastes great! I was hesitant at first because the idea of mushroom in my hot cocoa sounded a little funky, but I was surprised by the results. It was a delicious latte. So good, that I’ve made it every morning for the last week. I’ve been heating up the almond milk, mixing in the ingredients, and then using a handheld frother.
Thanks for sharing!
Yay! We’re so glad you are enjoying it, Teresa! Thanks for sharing! xo
Ashley says
I have to say, I kind of questioned the mushroom powder at first, but even so, I was so curious to try this (I’m kind of a coffee addict, haha!). I was not disappointed, it is so good! Thanks for yet again another delicious recipe ?
Your Auntie Pantle says
I just ordered some mushroom elixirs! Have just been reading about mushroom & their health benefits. Tapping my fingers & waiting for their arrival.
Rita Luis says
Everything sounds real good but where can I buy the mushrooms powder I can not wait to try the recipes
Hi Rita, you can find them on Amazon- 10-Mushroom Blend and Reishi blend. We haven’t seen them in stores, but they might be available in some health foods stores.
Ashley says
I had a mix of dried/dehydrated mushrooms at home and I ground them into a powder in my blender and used that for the hot chocolate and it was delicious.
Erin says
A good thing to add to mushroom lattes (especially those with coffee/espresso) is cardamom! Ayurveda recommends this as an addition to help the liver :)
Thanks for this tip, Erin!
Kate says
Terrasoul sells Lion’s Mane and Reishi mushroom extract powders that are a steal (I find them on Amazon)! I used to use Four Sigmatic, but they are just TOO expensive, especially when I can make my own.
I’m so excited to see people getting into medicinal mushrooms (Lions Mane is a lifesaver for me in grad school!), but Chaga is so environmentally unsustainable, and I wish its popularity would decline. Most mushrooms can be cultivated, but Chaga can’t – they have to be harvested from the tree, and they take (literally) decades to grow back. Its such an important mushroom for people with very serious illnesses, like cancer, that it seems like a shame to use it for things like the cold (or lotions!) and contribute overharvesting.
Lareina says
I just made the hot cacao last night with Reishi powder and OMG it’s incredible! I promptly made one for my husband this morning and he loved it. This is such a lovely thing to start the day with. You’re a rock star! Thank you for this!
Kathy says
I love four sigmatic! My husband drinks their chaga everyday and there is a noticeable improvement! He’ll love these! Thanks!
da-AL says
fantastic – drooling!
Ashley says
Cordyceps may not be vegan, dear friends. Heads up.
Dorian says
Dear Minimalist Bakers,
Yes chaga latta’s are excellent! Thank you for sharing the recipes!
In terms of health claims,
Chaga has been claimed to cure H.I.V and Cancer, there is however no scientific evidence that supports this.
In the article, it stated that there is’ a lot of evidence’ that more mushrooms are good for you. This is correct but I find it very triggering that the link takes me to a site that makes claims about curing cancer. I which it did. It’s a terrible illness and having a soothing latte might help those battling it, false claims don’t. Please stick to your expertise! your recipes are amazing!
Dorian says
correction: it should say Whish it did, not which, because it doesn’t’
Kate says
Agreed!! All of Four Sigmatic’s health claims are extremely suspect. Unnatural Vegan has a great YouTube video if you want to go more in depth on the actual research that they “cite” (or rather inappropriately overgeneralize/draw exaggerated conclusions from).
If you like the taste of mushroom lattes then by all means drink them. But not for the fake “health benefits.” This recipe really made me doubt your critical thinking skills and decreased my trust in your content.
Kait says
You could keep the end of that to yourself in order to keep this a positive place. It is her workplace after all. I find Dana and her crew to be motivated for the good. You have a right to disagree and a right to share it..but just because something is your right, should it always be exercised? Is it helpful? Is it nessecary. You rock, Dana!
Robin says
Have been taking the 10-Mushroom formula for years (sprinkle it on my children’s oatmeal) but never thought to put in my coffee. I LOVE this idea so much! Thank you. Have been making your wellness shots each morning and can’t wait to try this. Love your creativity!
Becca says
I love Four Sigmatic!! I always have a couple of their single use hot cocoa powders on hand for my son & I. But tonight we are totally making your recipe!! So much yummy goodness ;):)
Megan @ A Continual Feast says
I’ve been loving Four Sigmatic lately so will have to try this! Also going to download that podcast now :)
Mary says
Delicious! I made the hot cocoa latte last night and enjoyed it while watching TV. I added 1/3 c strong coffee and a little more maple syrup. I used a mushroom blend of Lion’s Mane/Cordyceps/Reishi
/Chaga.
Yum! Thanks for sharing your experience, Mary!
Cassie Autumn Tran says
These mushroom lattes look so comforting and warming! Mushroom powder is a superfood I have been toying around with…at least toying around with the idea of purchasing it. Those mushroom coffees are EVERYWHERE on social media! I’d rather purchase bulk mushroom powder and make mushroom lattes all the time though. It seems more practical that way!
Rose says
Can you by dried mushrooms and ground them up yourself
Hi Rose,
Good question! We have not tried it and probably wouldn’t recommend doing so. As far as our research goes, companies like Four Sigmatic extract the compounds from the mushrooms rather than just grinding them. Hope that’s helpful!
marigael says
Thanks for that bit of information about extracting compounds from the mushrooms rather than just using freshly ground dried mushroom powder. I have been using dried mushrooms in my cooking for awhile. If the fresh mushrooms in my frig begin to appear not so fresh or I don’t want to use the stems in a recipe I save them to dry out. Just put the pieces in a small paper bag in an out of the way area of the frig and they dehydrate quite nicely. Once dry, some get pulverized and others I save in a jar to toss into a soup or stew. Makes for great flavor (umami) and no waste!
I’ve been going through your website and am thoroughly enjoying it. Learning to cook differently due to health issues and your information is greatly appreciated.
Thanks so much for your support, Marigael!
Hanusia says
Actually, yes, you can grind up the dried mushrooms! You can also forage for them yourself and completely DIY it :)
We used the Breville Milk Cafe in the video, but have also had luck with the Nutribullet! Both are great for blending, but the Breville offers the benefit of heating while blending.
Hope that helps!
K says
What kind of little blender are you using – it looks great!
(Your post mentions NutriBullet, so I Googled NutriBullet for hot drinks, but found that apparently NutriBullet should not be used for anything warm or hot. The recent lawsuits over the past several years – including photos of people allegedly burned by using their exploding NutriBullets – made me think, note to self, stick with my Vitamix!!!)
What kind of device is shown in your video for this recipe? (Looks great – interested in getting one.)
Also, what do you use to steam plant-based dairy-free milk?
Your website and recipess are fantastic – thanks so much!
K
We used the Breville Milk Cafe.
Thanks so much for the information on the Nutribullet. We typically don’t blend incredibly hot liquids in it (which I assume is what led to people having issues), but understand the benefit of being cautious.
As for how we steam plant-based milk, we actually own a Lucca A53 Mini espresso machine (which we love). However, the Breville Milk Cafe is an all-in-one blender that froths, heats, and blends so that would be my recommendation.
Hope that helps!
Bonnie says
They both sound wonderful, just ordered my mushroom powder. But I want that cute, looks like electric cup that you mix your ingredients in in the video! Can you tell me who makes that? Using gadgets is also have the fun of making fun lattes. Call me crazy lol
You can find it here in our shop!
lisa says
Reading about this while drinking four sigmatic instant coffee with cordyceps and chaga :)
I always add almond butter to mine. I think I will now get some of their mushroom blend to try in your recipes.
Lovely! Thanks for sharing!!
Erin says
Does the powder make the beverage taste like mushroom? I kind of hope it does! Also I’ve heard veggie powders don’t have as much nutrition in them as the real thing. Do you think it’s different for mushrooms?
It does not taste like mushrooms! In fact, I find them undetectable.
I think in the instance of mushroom powders vs. veggie powders, a whole vegetable is going to be more nutritious primarily for the fiber content. But with mushroom powders, because you’re able to get a more concentrated dose (and Four Sigmatic’s extraction process is very high quality), you may receive more nutritional benefit from the powder vs. fresh mushrooms. Plus, many of the mushroom powders contain mushrooms that are virtually impossible to find fresh. Hope that helps!
Pam says
I bought their coffee and love it! I a. Wondering:
1. Where do I get mushroom powder?
2. Which brand blender did you use in the video? It look smaller and more practical than mine!
I love all your stuff! I have never tried a recipe of yours that I didnt love. You are amazingly talented
Hi, Pam!
1. Online mostly! I have only tried Four Sigmatic mushroom powders but am super impressed with them so far.
2. We used the Breville Milk Cafe, but have also had luck with the Nutribullet!
Kate says
Love the Milk cafe! i will be trying this recipe. Thank you SO Much Dana for all your help in bringing me into a more healthy lifestyle with all your great ideas :)
Naomi says
Lovely! Would love to see your take on a vegan Aztec mocha.
Ooh, lovely idea!
Cam says
Hi,
I am genuinely wondering : was this post sponsored by four sigmatic?
Sharon S says
She says in the post “not sponsored — just love their stuff!”.
:)
Thanks for clarifying, Sharon! Cam, this post is 100% NOT sponsored. We just love Four Sigmatic products. We bought the mushroom powders on our own, tested them without their knowledge, and are sharing our honest review here. To find out more about our policy on sponsorships and free products, see our about page!
Isabel says
Wow wow wow ! It is in the single digits outside right now and this was the perfect afternoon pick me up ! Thanks Dana !
Yay! Thanks for sharing!