Fall Recipes with Adaptogenic Mushrooms | Upraising
Fall naturally invites us to slow down, nourish and reconnect with rituals that support both body and mind. Shorter days, cooler air and busier schedules can add stress to our nervous system—and this is where adaptogens and functional mushrooms become powerful allies.
By weaving ingredients like lion’s mane, reishi and chaga into your favourite meals and drinks, you can create everyday recipes that not only taste delicious but also help with focus, stress response and immunity. And with Upraising blends, it’s easier than ever to bring this functional support into your daily life.
Here are six clean, functional fall recipes with adaptogens—designed to be simple, nourishing and effective. Each one uses only pure ingredients, no added sugars or flavourings and suggests Sidekick as a clean alternative to milk.
1. Dirty Golden Milk Latte with Lion’s Mane
This twist on the classic golden milk combines turmeric’s anti-inflammatory benefits with the focus-boosting power of Flow State Coffee (with lion’s mane). A cozy, brain-friendly upgrade to your morning ritual.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Flow State Coffee
- 2 tsps of Sidekick (or 1/2 cup of milk)
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- Pinch of black pepper
Method: Brew Flow State Coffee and add Sidekick with turmeric, ginger, pepper and mix. Froth if desired.
2. Dirty Chai Latte with Reishi
Spicy chai meets calming reishi in this adaptogenic latte made with Bright Mood Coffee. It delivers energy without the jitters and helps balance stress throughout the day.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 Bright Mood Coffee
- 1/2 cup brewed chai tea
- 1 tsp of Sidekick (5g)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
Method: Brew chai and Bright Mood Coffee separately. Add together once brewed and then add Sidekick with cinnamon and ginger, then mix all together.
3. Lion’s Mane Pumpkin Soup
A grounding, savoury dish that supports mental clarity with Flow State+ powder. Perfect for fall evenings when you want comfort and focus in a bowl.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups roasted pumpkin
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2-4 tsps Sidekick
- 1 tsp Flow State+ powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Method: Sauté onion in olive oil. Blend roasted pumpkin with broth, Sidekick, Flow State+ and turmeric until smooth. Heat gently and serve warm.
4. High-Protein Chaga Energy Balls
These no-bake energy balls use Life Force+ powder with chaga for immune support, making them the perfect pre-workout snack.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup almond butter
- ½ cup hemp seeds
- 1 tsp Life Force+ powder
- 2 tbsp water if needed
Method: Mix almond flour, almond butter, hemp seeds and Life Force+ until combined. Roll into small balls. Chill before serving.
5. Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups with Reishi
A creamy, dairy-free dessert featuring Bright Mood+ powder with reishi for stress support. Perfect for when you want something cozy yet functional.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup soaked cashews
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2-4 tsps Sidekick
- 1 tsp Bright Mood+ powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Method: Blend cashews, pumpkin, Sidekick, Bright Mood+, cinnamon and coconut oil until smooth. Pour into small cups and refrigerate until set.
6. Yerba Mate Turmeric Coconut Milk Latte
This vibrant latte combines yerba mate’s clean energy with turmeric’s anti-inflammatory power. A grounding, energising ritual for cooler days.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 scoop of Full Color
- 1-2 tsps Sidekick
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ginger
- Pinch of cinnamon
Method: Brew yerba mate. Add Sidekick with turmeric, ginger and cinnamon. Combine and serve warm.
