Who needs the ice cream truck when you can easily whip up this healthy, satisfying, immune-boosting, and high-protein frozen yogurt bark recipe? Not only can it tick all the paleo, vegan, and sugar-free preferences, but it also gives your immune system a nice boost with a mushroom extract complex.
Looking for a pool-side treat? A crowd pleaser? Something delicious for a post-workout cool-down and protein boost? Look no further, because this frozen yogurt bark has got you covered.
This simple recipe has just five ingredients, is easy to make, and is filled with healthy ingredients that won’t cause that undesirable blood sugar crash. With its high protein content, this yogurt bark will keep you nourished and filled. And with its power-packed punch of Real Mushrooms 5 Defenders, it will also keep your immune system thriving thanks to the unique blend of Reishi, Maitake, Shiitake, Chaga, and Turkey Tail mushrooms.
So the next time you’re on the hunt for something delicious, sweet, and nourishing, head to the kitchen and whip up a batch!
Let’s talk about ingredients! One of the perks of this recipe is that you need only five ingredients. And most of them, you probably already have in your pantry. Here’s the rundown:
Besides using minimal ingredients, another perk of this frozen yogurt bark recipe is how easy it is to make.
The yogurt bark should be stored in a sealed container in the freezer for up to two weeks. Keep in mind that it does melt fairly quickly after taking it out of the freezer, so you’ll want to eat it right away.
Now onto the recipe!
Serves: 3-4
Prep Time: 12 minutes
Freeze time: 3+ hours
This frozen yogurt bark makes for a fun treat, reminiscent of childhood finger foods and play. So enjoy all the healthy ingredients it contains, but also take some time to enjoy rediscovering that childlike sense of fun and delight that we tend to lose as we grow older. Think wonder, think creativity, think simplicity, think… less about the opinions of others.
Go outside, run, dance, be silly, and enjoy all the little things in life.
Just like there are proven benefits tucked away in the ingredients in this frozen yogurt bark recipe, there are proven benefits in letting your childlike side run free.
So relax, embrace your inner kid, and enjoy some chocolate almond yogurt bark!
If you don’t want to use 5 Defenders, you can easily try out another mushroom powder extract. There are wonderful options, each with its own unique profile and benefits.
To learn more, you can read our article which highlights the top 7 benefits of the main medicinal mushrooms. These different mushroom extracts can easily be added to whatever you’re cooking up in the kitchen.
Join the mushroom recipe challenge! Get creative in the kitchen with different ways to get more mushrooms in your diet. Invent your own recipe and share via insta @realmushrooms.
This ultimate mushroom hot chocolate recipe is vegan and paleo but still rich, thick, and naturally dairy-free. Our low-sugar recipe has the added immune support of 5 mushroom extracts to keep those winter colds away.
With winter in our present, the hankering for something milky, chocolatey, warm and delicious kicks in—a craving that only hot cocoa can satisfy.
But not just any hot chocolate.
What if we told you that in under 10 minutes and with only 4 ingredients, you could enjoy a nourishing, decadent, and made-from-scratch healthy hot chocolate recipe that packs the punch of 5 different immune-boosting mushrooms?
That’s right, we didn’t mess up with the math. With only 4 ingredients, you can sip on hot chocolate, including the natural immune defense protection of functional mushrooms such as Chaga, Maitake, Reishi, Shiitake, and Turkey Tail Mushrooms.
The secret ingredient to this healthy hot chocolate—Real Mushrooms 5 Defenders Chocolate Bar.
It’s a 1oz hot chocolate bar of chocolate and mushrooms bliss - made from sustainable heirloom cacao, organic ingredients, and 2 grams of 5 Defenders organic mushrooms extract blend—all with no added starch or fillers.
And when you melt it down, you get Healthy Hot Chocolate Mushroom Bliss.
Your taste buds won’t be the only part of you doing the healthy hot chocolate happy dance. With every sip, your immune system will join the party, too, thanks to the natural defense protection of the Chaga, Maitake, Reishi, Shiitake, and Turkey Tail Mushrooms in the chocolate bar.
While each mushroom has unique health-boosting properties, they all are antioxidant-loaded and help support your immune system, making one of the best hot chocolate winter treats.
To learn more about each mushroom, read this article on the 7 Medicinal Mushroom Benefits for Health.
Good for you….but does it taste good?
We think you can’t go wrong with sipping on melted chocolate. It just happens to be melted chocolate that’s naturally dairy-free, paleo, low-sugar and packed with immune-boosting mushrooms. In other words, yes, it tastes good, it’s healthy for you, and you should make it!
The ingredients:
One of the great aspects of making homemade hot chocolate from scratch is that you can easily adjust to your taste preferences and add your favorite mix-ins. For example, a touch of cinnamon would be a great addition! Or a bit of peppermint extract for a peppermint hot chocolate.
All you need is a saucepan, whisk, and double boiler. Don’t have a fancy double boiler? Fear not! Grab a medium saucepan, fill it with about two inches of water, and bring it to a medium-heat boil. Then, place a heat-proof bowl over the saucepan, add your chocolate, and melt. That’s it!
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1
We take satisfying cravings seriously over here. And when that hot chocolate cue kicks in, we’ve got you covered with this decadent, delicious, and dairy-free version.
We also take nourishment and health seriously here. So, for that, we’ve always got you covered with our 100% organic, real mushroom extracts with no added starch or fillers.
For this healthy hot chocolate recipe, we offer the best of both worlds: craving satisfaction and healthy immune nourishment.
On that note, grab your favorite mug, head to the kitchen, and sip in bliss.
(And no judgment if you snack on a block or two of 5 Defenders Chocolate while making your healthy hot chocolate. We’re pretty sure it’s a necessary step in the creative fun of the kitchen.)
There are so many different culinary combinations you can create with mushrooms! If you don’t have the 5 Defenders chocolate bar for this recipe, you can substitute semisweet chocolate chips and add some mushroom extracts of your own choice to the mix.
Each has unique profiles and benefits, but immune system strengthening is a common benefit. To learn more, you can read our article highlighting the top 7 benefits of the main medicinal mushrooms. These different mushroom extracts can easily be added to whatever you cook in the kitchen.Join the mushroom recipe challenge! Get creative with different ways to get more mushrooms in your diet. Invent your recipe, share it via Instagram, and tag us @realmushrooms. We will feature the winner’s recipe on the blog & give you a coupon for any Real Mushroom product of your choice!
DIY mushroom coffee is an easy way to support your body’s functions while enjoying a beloved beverage. This is why brewing the right mushroom coffee recipe will be essential to a healthier lifestyle.
Functional mushrooms have a variety of nutritional benefits, whether they’re taken in dried mushrooms or mushroom powder form. These benefits include supporting the immune and nervous systems, increasing energy, helping maintain even blood sugar levels, and supporting brain health and cognition.
However, the health benefits of mushrooms can be diminished if there are unnecessary fillers present in the supplement like what we see with myceliated grain.
Many supplement companies sell functional mushroom products made from myceliated grain, a precursor to the mushroom (fruiting body). The mycelium (the “roots” of the mushroom) is grown on a grain substrate.
The result is a product high in grain starch and lacking many of the compounds these fungi are famous for. Supplements made from myceliated grain contain between 35-60% starch instead of beneficial fungal matter.
Several studies conclude that absent the fruiting body, what is commonly and simply known as the ‘mushroom’, the beneficial compounds in a mycelium-based supplement may be severely diminished. This is because the highest concentrations of health-supporting beta-glucans are found in the fruiting body as opposed to the mycelium.
The starch serves as nothing more than a filler and dilutes the beneficial compounds you get in your mushroom powder for coffee. You can learn more about how myceliated grain is grown and why it's not ideal for supplements.
By contrast, the organic mushroom extracts at Real Mushrooms are made from certified 100% organic mushrooms with no grain fillers. Using Real Mushrooms powder means getting a mushroom extract with some of the highest concentrations of active nutritional compounds on the market. This means you get real health benefits by adding Real Mushrooms power to your cup of mushroom-infused coffee.
Mushroom Coffee Blends: You can get the beneficial compounds of functional mushroom powders by mixing a spoonful or two into your freshly bewed coffee. On the other hand, you can purchase our Real Mushrooms Functional Dairy Creamer Powder to add to your DIY mushroom coffee.
Photo credit: @smailer
Ultimately, adding Real Mushrooms’ extracts through our mushroom powder products to your freshly brewed coffee will be better in flavor and nutritional quality than adding pre-made dietary mushroom packets to an instant coffee mix.
With full control over your beverage, you can adjust the quantity of extract and know exactly what you are getting. You can then guarantee you are getting a supplement that is NOT diluted with fillers.
Finally, buying in bulk tends to be more cost-effective and friendlier to the environment.
There are five distinct advantages to DIY mushroom coffee:
Here are eleven mushroom-infused coffee recipes that offer an easy way to incorporate the benefits of functional mushrooms into your daily diet.
If you’re new to the mushroom powder-infused coffee craze, start off simple.
Since each mushroom powder variant provides different nutritional health benefits, add the extract powder with the functional properties you are seeking. For better flavor and fewer toxins, try using organic coffee beans or grounds, such as those found at Purity Coffee or your favorite organic blend.
Directions: Stir the powder into your coffee until it is dissolved. Serve immediately.
This creamy mushroom-boosted latte features a blend of mushroom extracts that offer a host of benefits, including supporting the immune system and providing a healthy inflammation response.[1] It also includes cacao, which is known to be rich in antioxidants and trace minerals. [2]
Directions: Blend all ingredients until frothy. Serve immediately.
(Original recipe post: www.realmushrooms.com/mushroom-cacao-latte/)
The Tahini Adaptogen Latte has chaga, a powerful antioxidant that grows on birch trees. This mushroom is used to support immune function.[3]
Adaptogens, like many mushrooms, are still being studied; however, they have been used in herbal remedies and are believed to help stabilize physiological processes and promote homeostasis in the body.
Directions: Mix ingredients in a high-speed blender and serve immediately.
(Original recipe post: https://www.realmushrooms.com/tahini-adaptogen-latte/)
Photo credit: Jordan Bruce
Get your immune system back in gear with this mocha latte featuring chaga mushrooms, a potent antioxidant, offering a nourishing treat that can help get you stronger to stave off those seasonal colds and flu.
Directions: Brew coffee using your preferred method of choice. Add 1/2 of the coffee and all the other ingredients to a coffee mug and blend using an immersion blender or milk frother. Add the rest of the coffee and froth to the top of the drink.
(Original recipe post: https://www.realmushrooms.com/flu-season-mocha/)
Add Something Sweet: If you want something with more sugar than flu season mocha, you can add maple syrup or other sweeteners to your drink.
Boost your metabolism and support brain function with this cold brew beverage that features chaga, lion’s mane, and cordyceps.[4]
Directions: Add everything to a blender and blend until desired consistency.
(Original recipe post: www.realmushrooms.com/spiced-mushroom-cold-brew-coffee/)
Rich and silky, cacao butter mushroom coffee contains lion’s mane mushroom extract, which has been shown to help ease the effects of anxiety, depression, and cognitive function.[5]
Directions: Add everything to a blender and blend for roughly 10 to 20 seconds. Serve immediately.
(Original recipe post: www.realmushrooms.com/omg-cacao-butter-mushroom-coffee/)
Upgrade your regular iced coffee by adding 5 Defenders mushroom extract powder for immune strength.
Directions: To make the simple syrup, combine sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Let cool completely and stir in vanilla extract; set aside.
Mix the 5 Defenders Mushroom Extract Powder into coffee, pour coffee over ice with half-and-half and simple syrup, to taste.
(Source: damndelicious.net)
Put a mushroom twist on a coffee trend that’s taking the internet by storm. Dalgona coffee, or whipped coffee, is a creamy treat that’s easy to customize.
Add reishi mushroom extract, which can help support the immune system, improve sleep, and reduce stress and fatigue.[6]
Directions: Combine the instant coffee, sugar, and hot water in a medium bowl. Whip, by hand or with a mixer. Continue mixing until the mixture turns from foamy to frothy to creamy.
Add the Reishi Extract Powder and stir until mixed. Spoon the fluffy blend over milk in a glass filled with ice. (You could also spoon it over warm milk for a hot drink.) Combine and serve.
(Source: nytimes.com)
This simple Italian dessert coffee is perfect on warm summer days. Get an extra boost by adding Lion’s mane to enhance cognition.
Directions: Dissolve Lion's Mane Extract Powder into freshly brewed espresso. Place gelato in an old-fashioned glass and pour espresso over top. Serve immediately.
(Source: allrecipes.com)
Creamy and delicious, this coffee includes reishi mushroom powder, which helps support longevity and helps manage physical and emotional stress.[7] It also has chocolate ghee, a clarified butter infused with cacao, which is a twist on the typical "bulletproof" coffee formula.
Directions: Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend on high for 1 - 2 minutes. The longer you blend, the creamier it becomes, and it has a great froth. Pour your freshly brewed coffee and enjoy!
Tip: adding the hemp seeds directly to the blender skips the step of having to make your own milk. They blend super smooth and you don’t have to strain hemp milk, plus added plant protein!
(Source: caitlincuriosity.com)
Coffee Alternative: If you’re not a morning coffee type of person, you can still enjoy the benefits of adding mushroom extract powders to your diet through a cup of hot chocolate. We’ve made it easier for customers to start their days with our Mushroom Hot Chocolate Mix.
Pack a nutritional punch with this mocha featuring chaga which can boost digestion and help to clear skin as well as lion’s mane which supports healthy brain function.[8] [9]
Directions: Mix the Chaga and Lion’s Mane Extract Powder with a very small amount of boiled water (just enough to dissolve them), cool it with some ice, or let it sit and cool. Add all ingredients into a blender and blend on high for a minute.
If you don’t have a blender try mixing your mushroom powder and the rest of your ingredients up in one of those protein drink shakers. Add the ice into your cup and pour in the blended mixture. Feeling decadent? Add some vanilla (plant-based) ice cream.
(Source: rawdealfoods.com.au)
The nutritional benefits of functional mushrooms are diverse and plentiful. It’s important to make sure you’re using organic mushroom extracts that are made from 100% mushrooms with no grain fillers.
Try out these DIY mushroom-infused coffee recipes with Real Mushrooms to enjoy different health benefits every day.
A healthy, refreshing, and immune-boosting twist on a chocolate cake - packed with veggies and medicinal mushrooms to keep you feeling strong, healthy, and happy.
Cake for breakfast? Why not! Especially when it’s a grain-free, paleo Peppermint Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake!
The name may be a mouthful, but it’s a mouthful of immune-boosting health and taste-bud happiness. Loaded with ingredients like sweet potato, avocado, and Real Mushrooms 5 Defender Mushroom Extract, this chocolate cake is one that ticks the “good enough for breakfast” (or any time of the day!) box.
As mentioned earlier, this cake also ticks the “immune-boosting box” thanks to the blend of organic extracts of Reishi, Shiitake, Maitake, Turkey Tail mushrooms, and Chaga found in the Real Mushrooms 5 Defenders. You can find more details about what each mushroom does for you in this article, 7 Medicinal Mushroom Benefits for Health.
The bottom line is immune health, brain and nervous system support - all wrapped in a delicious, veggie-loaded chocolate cake.
Let’s move onto what really matters. The breakdown of the recipe.
*always be sure to use food-grade essential oils
Here is a festive and nourishing smoothie to fire things up this holiday season! You've got many things going for it. It contains cashews, which are an excellent source of monounsaturated fats. Cashews are rich in minerals like copper, manganese, and magnesium. This smoothie is infused with Real Mushrooms 5 Defenders, which contains 5 key medicinal mushrooms (reishi, chaga, maitake, shiitake, and turkey tail) known to support/boost our immune system.
This smoothie could serve many forms as either a pre-workout, post-workout and or a solid snack between meals this holiday season! Let's dive into the recipe, shall we!?
Add everything to the blender and blend till desired consistency is met. ENJOY!!! Feel free to top this smoothie with toppings like hemp seeds, coconut flakes, and cacao nibs, chia seeds, and/or granola.
We are on a tonic kick lately with drinks. Can you tell!?! This is another dandy of a recipe that uses our 5 Defenders mushroom blend. It compliments nicely with the other unique ingredients like coconut butter, cacao powder, and raw honey. The final result is this soothing and calming tonic drink that is sure to excite your senses and calm you down. This tonic could also serve as a nice hot cocoa alternative as well. Serve up, however, suits your fancy!!! ENJOY!!!
Directions: Blend, top with black sesame seeds, and get satiated!
These are not just any donut, friends! These are PALEO PROTEIN DONUTS. You can literally have your donut and eat it too. It's guilt-free and does a body good thanks to some unique and creative ingredients that bring together the ultimate donut experience. Donut recipe goodness below!
While the donuts cool, prep the glaze...
Dip the top of each donut into the glaze and place on a rack to let the glaze harden.
Depending on the temperature of your kitchen this may take a while. If you're impatient go ahead and pop them in the refrigerator.
I don't know about you, but I have been on a blueberry smoothie kick lately. I just can't get enough of these phytochemical-rich berries, which are known to guard our bodies against oxidative stress and nourish our eyes and brains.
I make this Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie recipe quite often and tend to keep it the same. The only thing I might do differently is swap out different proteins/meal replacements, frozen fruits, and flavors/varieties.
To shake things up, I decided to stack it with some 5 Defenders Organic Mushroom Complex. I found that if you do add more than 1/2 tsp, it gives a nice bitter kick in the pants with the sweetness of berries and bananas.
I realize this may not be for everyone, but it's worth trying!
Optional:
For those looking for more blueberry smoothie recipes, this one is a must-try as part of your healthy breakfast routine. Packed with nutrition-serving benefits, it's also a great addition to your healthy recipe collection!
Check out our website for more smoothie recipes!
This is one of our favorite fall recipes, but this recipe from Chris Swirski of @beetingtheodds is so worth making no matter the time of year! In all honesty, you can never have enough fall-themed recipes in my opinion! So even if you don't have the Pumpkin Spice Latte Cold Brew on deck you can easily make your own brew to mimic this recipe quite well. That is the beauty of this! We hope you enjoy it!
Directions: Blend all ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth. Pour and enjoy!
*if you don't have the pre-made spiced cold brew, you can make your own cold brew and add 1tsp of your favorite pumpkin spice blend to the smoothie.
This amazing recipe is all about simplicity in terms of the ingredients used. The result is fantastic! What is even cooler about this recipe is that you might already have most of these ingredients on hand.
One side note: You are welcome to try any of the Real Mushrooms powders here. Reishi 415, Chaga, Cordyceps-M or Lion’s Mane could be fun to incorporate into the mix.
Enjoy this easy almond butter fudge recipe!
This chocolate fudge delight, approved for vegan recipes, is a must-try for dessert lovers.
For a twist on flavor and texture, try swapping almond butter with cashew butter, sunflower seed butter, or coconut butter. Whether you're craving peanut butter fudge or a classic nut butter treat, this recipe is easily customizable and completely gluten-free!
The pairing of dark chocolate and functional mushrooms is such a unique blend. The health benefits of these two functional foods are wonderful. These delicious mushroom dark chocolate bites can act as a little afternoon pick-me-up designed to support your well-being.
You can be sure you are eating clean-burning fuel to give you lasting energy without the sudden crash that most dark chocolates nowadays give. Whether sharing with friends or indulging solo, this vegan, gluten-free mushroom chocolate is perfect for any hour of the day.
This mushroom chocolate, created with care and precision, is ideal for snacking during a quick trip, relaxing with a bunch of their flavors, or simply bouncing back from a busy day. If you’re looking for a treat you can trust, this mushroom chocolate truly delivers.
Chocolate lovers around the world will choose these bites, not just as a treat but for their subtle effects that leave you energized without a crash. We recommend gifting them to loved ones because they’re more than chocolate—they’re an experience!
This nourishing and hearty smoothie is sure to satisfy you after a long day at work or following a hard charging workout. Loaded with healthy, starchy carbs and healthy bacteria supplied from the plant-based yogurt to keep the gut in check. Then round it out with Lion's Mane mushroom to support cognitive function and 5 defenders to support healthy immune function.
- ½ cup leftover baked or steamed sweet potato
- ½ cup summer squash
- ½ cup cashew or almond yogurt
- 1 tsp Real Mushrooms Lion’s Mane
- 1 tsp 5 Defenders Mushroom Complex
- small knob of ginger
- ½ tsp organic turmeric
- ½ tsp organic cinnamon (ceylon or cassia work here!)
Directions: Add everything to a blender and blender till desired consistencies. Thin with water as needed.
