Looking for good non-caffeinated drinks or trying to stop drinking coffee? I’ve tried many coffee alternatives, and this has become my favorite non-coffee drink! It gives me energy naturally, lets me continue the ritual of savoring a hot drink while prepping for my day, and it’s oh-so-delicious!
{Psst! You might also like this Decaf Chai Tea Latte Recipe!}
This is the Best Coffee Alternative
I stopped drinking coffee almost four years ago. And while I love drinking decaf teas (see some of my favorite decaf teas here), I’ve also had fun coming up with some other creative non-caffeinated coffee alternatives.
One of them that I concocted last year was a mix of The Morning Motivator and Dandy Blend. I had purchased both of these from Amazon since people told me that were yummy and great substitutes for coffee.
When I tried The Morning Motivator by itself, it tasted too chalky to me. And Dandy Blend tasted too strong by itself. But then I had the crazy idea to mix them together — and I fell instantly in love!
This is sort of like a fancy mocha drink — that’s packed with nutritional value AND it’s caffeine free! Here’s how I make it…
How to Make This Healthy Alternative to Coffee
1. Add 1 to 1 1/2 generous teaspoons of Dandy Blend to a large mug.
2. Add 1 heaping teaspoon of The Morning Motivator.
3. Mix together.
4. Pour boiling water over.
5. Stir until blended.
6. Top with a very generous amount of half & half (if you’re a cream person like me!)
7. Stir and enjoy!
This is the perfect morning or afternoon pick-me-up drink!
My Favorite Way to Drink This Coffee Alternative
Want to make it really fancy? Top it with whipped cream (and maybe chocolate shavings!)
Or go all gourmet and use Reddi-Whip Sweet Foam! (Note: This whipped cream is really sweet… so if you don’t like sugar-y things, you won’t like it.)
Why I Switched to This Healthy Alternative to Coffee
Honestly, I never ever wanted to be a person who didn’t drink coffee!
It all started back in 2016 when I began working with a nutritionist to help clear up some acne and eczema. One of the very first things he told me was to stop drinking coffee.
So… I very reluctantly quit drinking coffee cold turkey. It was hard.
I slept all the time, I had headaches every day, I felt super lethargic, and I missed my morning ritual of sipping a steaming cup (or 3) of coffee to start my day.
After a couple of months, I finally stopped craving coffee and realized that my life had been transformed!
I actually felt rested each day, I didn’t struggle with anxiety, I was happier, and physically healthier too.
Now I drink this yummy coffee alternative each morning… so I still get to start my mornings with a lovely hot drink!
(Read the full story of how I stopped drinking coffee.)
Where to Find the Best Coffee Alternatives
Looking for more coffee alternatives? Check out these links:
- My Favorite Decaf Teas
- Decaf Chai Tea Latte Recipe (this recipe is SO yummy!)
- The Morning Motivator is available directly from The Maca Team website.
- Dandy Blend is available on Amazon.
- Any other mix-ins or add-ins can usually be found on Amazon, too!
My Favorite Coffee Alternative Drink
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tsp Dandy Blend
- 1 tsp The Morning Motivator
- Boiling water
- Half & Half optional
- Whipped cream or Sweet Foam optional
Instructions
- Mix together The Morning Motivator and Dandy Blend in a large mug.
- Pour boiling water over.
- Stir.
- Add half & half to taste.
- Top with whipped cream.
- Enjoy!
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Joni says
The morning motivator isn’t available on Amazon right now. Do you have a suggestion for a substitute?
Crystal Paine says
It’s available on their site here: http://i.refs.cc/JpMryOeE?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjo5NTk1MTUzMjh9
Shauna says
Any chance these products are vegan?
Jordan says
I just checked our packages and The Morning Motivator is labeled vegan on the packaging. The Dandy Blend has no animal products in the ingredient list. It’s all dried plant extracts. I hope that helps! -Jordan, MSM Team
Ginger says
Can you please tell me about how long these last you?
Crystal Paine says
It depends upon how often you drink it and how much you use, but these bags usually last me a few months or more. The large bag of Dandy blend will last a year for me, actually!
Jennifer says
I, too, would love the name and website of the nutritionist that you used, please! Also, I want to clarify the amounts you use in this recipe. When you say teaspoons, and going by the pictures, you’re using your silverware spoon as your teaspoon, correct? I used an actual teaspoon to try this recipe and it’s not quite right. I SO want to like this! I’m suffering from major hot flashes/ hormonal issues that I’ve heard maca is great for. Could you please clarify on the teaspoon amounts?
Lisa of Hopewell says
Cheap, wonderful drink: Chunk up watermellon in the blender. You can add a can of limeaide concentrate, but we like it best plain. Buzz it on the blender each time you serve.
Crystal Paine says
Thank you for sharing!!
Rhonda Rice says
What is the website name and your nutritionist…..?…Looking back would you use them again or do you have a different option that maybe isn’t as expensive?
Rhonda Rice
Crystal Paine says
I just sent you an email! 🙂
Joanne Peterson says
Dandy Blend lasts a long time. The 2 pound bag if you use one tsp per cup is about 450 servings or about 6 cents a cup. As long as you keep the bag sealed, it stays in good condition for a couple of years.
Jordan says
Wow!! Thanks for the tip! -Jordan, MSM Team
Candice says
This is super intriguing! The Dandy Blend is priced about $25 on Amazon. Is that the typical price? The Morning Motivator is sold out, so there’s no price listed. What does it go for typically? Just trying to wrap my brain around how you can manage to snag these types of items while living within your $70/wk grocery budget! 😃
Crystal Paine says
I only drink this maybe once or twice a week/max… it’s a special treat! 🙂 And not sure if you saw Joanne’s comments, but one bag of Dandy Blend will last for over 400 servings!
Mary says
The picture of you is really cute!!
Crystal Paine says
Thanks so much!
Tamboliya says
I love your hair in these photos, Crystal! 🙂 It’s so cute! 🙂 I also love your top; it reminds me of a Japanese Kimono robe [I totally love those]! 🙂 Be encouraged.
Crystal Paine says
Thank you so much! It’s my sweatshirt that I got from Amazon and have shared about here and worn over and over again!
Joanne Peterson says
Thank you for recommending The Morning Motivator. I’ve tried Maca Powder because I know it’s high in nutrition, but I had a hard time getting past the taste. With the ingredients listed in the blend of the Morning Motivator, I think this will work out pretty well. I already do like Dandy Blend if I have milk in it. This will be a good blend together, and a good start to my day.
Jordan says
Yay! We’re so glad we could help you find something you’d like! -Jordan, MSM Team
Crystal Paine says
Yay! That makes me so happy!!
Lori says
Just a note, if any of your readers have ragweed allergies – dandelion can set of their allergies. Luckily I found that out this spring before trying to make something from the bumper crop we had in our neighborhood this year. I do not know if the allergies are just from the flower or from the entire plant. But I am also allergic to melons for the same reason.
Jordan says
Wow! Thanks for sharing. That’s really good to know for all of us seasonal allergy sufferers! -Jordan, MSM Team
Christina says
I find cooking anything related to ragweed eliminates my allergy response.
Susan says
Can you tell me if either of these products have any carbs?
Crystal Paine says
Here you go: https://dandyblend.com/faqs/#:~:text=Of%20the%201g%20of%20carbohydrates,a%20low%20sugar%2Fcarb%20diet and here: https://www.themacateam.com/the-morning-motivator-blend
Andrea Hensler says
I love this! Got dandy blend after seeing your post about this. Haven’t reached for the morning motivator yet but I hope to try sometime!
Jordan says
Yay! Let us know how you like it! We love reader feedback! -Jordan, MSM Team
Crystal Paine says
Yay! I’m so glad you got Dandy blend! I hope you enjoy it!
Savannah says
Umm, I don’t think this post was finished.
Crystal Paine says
Try refreshing your browser and let me know if it doesn’t all show up. It’s all showing up for me.