Chocolate Energy Shots

I have been exploring ways to use my XCT oil, which has become part of my running routine when I run either longer runs or run in a race.  I'm not one of those, oh have bullet proof coffee every morning.  I very much enjoy it on race days or long run days, but not on a regular basis.  That's just me. 

I've also been exploring paleo ways to fuel my runs so that I'm relying on pre-bought stuff that often has ingredients I don't want.  I DON"T want to run my marathon and drink gatorade or eat protein bars that I wouldn't normally eat - so this means I will have to have my own foods and drinks on the course. 

So this is something that works well me so that I don't have to make that bulletproof coffee.  I can just take one of these blocks and satisfy my chocolate cravings as well. 

So what about the ingredients in these blocks?

Coconut milk:  Contains more potassium than most sports drinks, also has magnesium which helps replenish electrolytes.

MCT or XCT oil: a highly concentrated form of coconut oil that the body can immediately process and use for fuel and immediate energy and to help mental focus. 

Raw cacao: Rich in theobromine provides a sustained energy source. 

Raw maca: A significant source of B vitamins, increasing stamina and combating fatigue.

So here's the recipe:

2/3 cup of organic canned full-fat coconut milk
2/3 cup filtered water
2-4 TBS XCT/MCT oil
2-3 TBS  maple syrup or raw honey
3 TBS of grass-fed gelatin
3TBS raw cacao powder
2 TBS raw maca powder
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp sea salt

Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan and whisk well. Turn the heat to medium low and cook until just warmed, do not boil.

Pour into the molds of your choice and refrigerate for about an hour to set.  They can keep in the refrigerator for a week, but I froze mine into three baggies with 8/10 blocks each and take out one bag at a time to put in the fridge.  I have also just popped one in my mouth frozen.  They are tastier unfrozen though.