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Mushroom powder in smoothies
A blender solves the only mechanical problem mushroom powder has, so smoothies are the most forgiving place to start. The powder disperses completely in the first few seconds and the fruit does the rest of the work.
Updated August 2026
Which powders fruit can carry
Lion's Mane is the easiest choice: nearly flavorless, so even a delicate smoothie tastes unchanged. Johnny Blend Plus is a small step behind it, with a mild earthiness that banana, cocoa, nut butter, or frozen berries cover completely.
Reishi is the one to leave out of the blender. Its genuine bitterness stands out against fruit instead of hiding in it, and it is happier in coffee or broth where a bitter edge belongs.
How much, and what to blend it with
The level tablespoon serving from the label goes in with everything else at the start; there is no technique beyond pressing the button. If a recipe leans watery and thin, the powder is more noticeable, so the creamier builds with banana, yogurt, oats, or nut butter are the better hiding places.
A batch made ahead holds fine in the fridge. The powder stays in suspension in a thick smoothie, and a quick shake brings back anything that settles.
Where to get it
Every daily powder is 100% fruiting body. Here is what that means and how it differs from mycelium grown on grain, or read the rest of the guides.