How to Eat Bee Bread: 7 Easy Ways to Add Perga to Your Day

So, you’ve done your research. You know that bee bread (or Perga) is a fermented, enzyme-rich superfood. You’ve read all about the incredible benefits and know exactly why it’s a more bioavailable, powerful choice than raw bee pollen.

You’re convinced! You’ve just had your first jar of Makoshen Bee Bread delivered. You open it, and you're greeted by a rich, soft, moist paste—the superior, never-dried spread.

This premium texture is the key to its potency. While common bee bread products are often dried into hard pellets, Makoshen preserves its natural moisture, which is why its taste is so rich and its nutrients are so potent.

Now for the big question: how to eat bee bread?

It can seem a bit strange at first, but we promise its versatility is one of its greatest strengths. Forget complicated prep or chalky powders. Here’s your complete guide on how to eat bee bread, what it tastes like, and the one big mistake you must avoid to maximise the power of your premium spread.

First, What Does Makoshen Bee Bread Actually Taste Like?

This is usually the first question people ask. Unlike the often-bitter or dry taste of common raw pollen, Makoshen Bee Bread delivers a truly unique and complex flavour that people find delightful.

Thanks to our never-dried process and the natural lactic acid fermentation, the Makoshen spread achieves a balanced taste: it is at once tangy, slightly sour, and gently sweet. You’ll find notes of dried fruit, honey, and concentrated florals, all finished with a mild, pleasant zest. Best of all, the texture is rich, soft, and easy to chew—never hard or chalky. It’s a truly natural, high-quality taste that pairs beautifully with many common foods.

How Much Bee Bread Should I Take? (A Simple Dosage Guide)

Before covering the best methods for how to eat bee bread, let's establish the right dosage. Makoshen Bee Bread is a potent, concentrated superfood, so our philosophy is always to "start low and go slow”.

Usage Goal	Recommended Serving	Timing & Method
Daily Health Support	1 teaspoon per day	Take by the spoonful just before or after breakfast, slowly dissolving in the mouth.
Energy & Recovery Boost	2 to 3 teaspoons per day	Increase serving when experiencing overall fatigue or discomfort, or for athletic performance.

 Important Consumption Cautions

• The best time to take it is in the morning, as its B-vitamin complex provides a fantastic, sustained energy boost to power you through the day. Avoid taking Makoshen late in the day, evening, or at night, as some individuals may find it difficult to relax or fall asleep.

• Allergy Warning: Avoid if you have known allergies to bees, bee products, or bee pollen. If you are highly sensitive, start with a tiny amount to assess your body's reaction. (One jar contains approximately 20 teaspoons / 250g).

7 Easy Ways: How to Eat Your Makoshen Bee Bread Spread

Here’s the fun part of knowing how to eat bee bread. There is no "wrong" way to enjoy the Makoshen spread, as long as you follow one crucial rule (which we'll cover at the end).

1. Straight From the Spoon (The Purist's Way — Recommended)

Honestly, this is the most popular and recommended method. Just take your teaspoon of Makoshen spread and eat it. Allow the soft paste to slowly dissolve in your mouth for maximum sublingual absorption. It’s a quick, easy, no-fuss way to get your daily boost.

2. Spread on Toast or Crackers (The Morning Staple)

This is a no-brainer for the Makoshen spread. Use it as a healthier substitute for jam or honey.

• Spread a thin layer directly onto warm (not hot!) toast, a rice cake, or a cracker.

• Dollop it over your favourite nut butter spread.

3. Added to Your Brekkie Bowl (The Classic)

Bee bread's tangy-sweet flavour is the perfect complement to your morning meal.

• Dollop the spread over your muesli or granola.

• Stir it through porridge or overnight oats, ensuring they’ve cooled below 40°C.

• Add it as a topping for an acai or smoothie bowl.

4. Blended into a Smoothie (The Post-Workout Power-Up)

Want to supercharge your smoothie? Makoshen spread is a must-add for its complete protein profile and B-vitamins.

• Pro-Tip: Add AFTER Blending. The intense friction and heat from a high-speed blender can damage the delicate enzymes. Just blend your smoothie as normal, then stir the Makoshen paste in or pulse the blender for 1-2 seconds.

5. Stirred into Yoghurt (The Gut Health Combo)

This is a proper win for your microbiome. Stir the natural enzymes and probiotic compounds in the bee bread paste directly into your favourite Greek or coconut yoghurt. The tangy flavour of the Perga pairs perfectly with the creaminess of the yoghurt.

6. Used in Salad Dressings (The Savoury Surprise)

Don't just think sweet. Bee bread’s zesty, slightly sour flavour is fantastic in savory recipes. Whisk a small amount of the paste into a homemade vinaigrette or dressing. It adds a brilliant pop of flavour and a creamy texture.

7. Dissolved in Lukewarm Water (The Morning Elixir)

For a simple wellness shot, add a teaspoon of Makoshen spread to a small glass of lukewarm (do not surpass 40°C) water or coconut water. Stir until dissolved and drink it down first thing in the morning on an empty stomach to help absorption and start your day right.

The One Big Mistake to Avoid: DO NOT HEAT IT

If you learn only one thing about how to eat bee bread, let it be this: Never expose it to high heat.

Bee bread is a living, raw food. Its most powerful benefits come from the delicate enzymes, B-vitamins, and probiotic compounds created during fermentation.

High heat (over 40°C) will destroy these delicate nutrients, effectively "killing" the food and robbing you of its main benefits.

This means:

• Do not stir it into a hot coffee, tea, or latte.

• Do not add it to porridge when it's still piping hot.

• Do not bake with it or add it to dishes you are cooking.

Always add your bee bread to cool or lukewarm foods and drinks.

A Simple Starter Recipe: The Makoshen "Bee-Charged" Smoothie

Ready to try it in a recipe? Here’s a simple, delicious smoothie that’s perfect for the morning or after a workout.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana

• 1 cup spinach or kale

• 1 tbsp Aussie rolled oats

• 1 tbsp almond butter

• 1 cup of your milk of choice (almond, oat, or dairy)

• 1 tsp Makoshen Bee Bread

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients (except the bee bread) to your blender.

2. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.

3. Pour into a glass and stir in your teaspoon of Makoshen Bee Bread.

4. Enjoy immediately!

Ready to Get Started?

As you can see, bee bread isn't just easy to eat—it's a delicious and versatile addition to the foods you already love. Whether you're a smoothie lover, a yoghurt fan, or a "straight from the spoon" purist, it’s one of the simplest and most powerful things you can do for your health.

Ready to add this to your daily routine? Shop our 100% Raw, Ethically Harvested Makoshen Bee Bread today.