Description
Hot chocolate that is nutrient dense and delicious. It’s a wintertime treat that will leave you feeling energized.
Ingredients
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- BASIC INGREDIENTS
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened plain almond milk (or other dairy free milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder/cacao powder*
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (can omit if your milk is vanilla flavored)
- 1 to 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
- OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon to 1 teaspoon maca powder**
- pinch to 1/8th teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon coconut oil (I only use coconut oil if I am adding the turmeric to that my body absorbs the nutrients of the turmeric)
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Instructions
- To a small pot add all of the ingredients you desire. Keep in mind that the optional ingredients are suggestions, they are not meant to be used all together because the flavors may not go well together. I would suggest starting with one or two combinations and playing with those.
- Turn the heat on medium high and whisk until all the ingredients come together and small bubbles begin to form. Immediately remove from the heat. Carefully taste test and adjust flavors as needed, such as more coconut sugar for more sweetness. Pour into a mug and enjoy immediately.
- You can easily double the ingredients to make 2 batches or more.
Notes
*I also suggest buying cacao powder on Amazon. The only ingredient should be raw cacao powder.
**I suggest buying maca powder on Amazon for the best price. I am not dedicated to any one brand yet but the only ingredient listed should be maca root. Organic is best when possible. Also know that a little goes a long way, my batch has lasted me a long time.
To add visual interest to the photo I topped this hot chocolate with coconut whipped cream. I normally don’t drink this hot chocolate with the whipped cream, however it is an extra tasty treat. Here is the recipe if you want to make it.
