Maca Powder Recipes

How can I use Maca Powder?

Maca powder is generally taken to increase vitality and boost energy but it is also said to relieve stress, improve libido and balance the body's hormone levels. In terms of vitamins and nutrients, maca powder also packs a powerful punch. High in vitamin B2, calcium, iron and zinc, maca plays an important role in processing amino acids and fats and acts as a powerful antioxidant.

Maca root can be taken in capsule form or by consuming the raw, organic powder. Encapsulated maca root powder is great for those who don't like smoothies or want the benefits but without the fuss. However, if you're looking to take maca in its raw powdered form, take a look at our recipe suggestions below which aim to give you an idea of how maca can be used and what it works well with. To most people, maca powder is a pleasant thing and has a malty, slightly sweet taste. We believe that it marries well with cacao as well as organic peanut or almond butter and fruit such as banana. This opens up a lot of opportunities for using maca powder in smoothies, making oat protein bars and cookies or sprinkling it on your morning porridge.

Vegan Maca Malt

• Add water and a few chunks of ice to a blender (approx 300ml)
• Drop in the blueberries, frozen banana slices, and spinach
• Add maca powder, flax seeds and a teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Blend until smooth
• Top with pomegranate seeds

Cacao and Maca Energy Bar

Ingredients

• Blend maca powder, cashew nuts, dates and cacao nibs
• Add water until mixture is sticky
• Press into bars and enjoy (these bars can be frozen)

Choco-Maca Smoothie (2-3 servings)

Ingredients

• Add coconut milk and water to a blender
• Bung in the remaining ingredients
• Blend until smooth