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Spiced Hot Cocoa Anti-Inflammatory Drink

Warm Up With Spiced Hot Cocoa Anti-Inflammatory Drink

Indulge in this Spiced Hot Cocoa Anti-Inflammatory Drink that warms you while offering health benefits from rich cocoa and spices.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Drink Ingredients
  • 2 cups Almond Milk Can substitute with soy or oat milk.
  • 0.25 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Rich chocolate flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey Maple syrup keeps it vegan.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Anti-inflammatory spice.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and sweetness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Ginger Enhances spicy flavor.
  • a pinch Ground Cardamom Use sparingly for floral notes.
  • a dash Ground Black Pepper Aids absorption of turmeric.
  • optional Whipped Cream or Marshmallows For topping.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Making the Drink
  1. In a medium saucepan, pour in 2 cups of almond milk and place it over medium heat. Stir occasionally as the milk warms, watching for steam to rise around the edges. Aim for steaming, not boiling, which usually takes about 5 minutes.
  2. Once your almond milk is steaming, add in ¼ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder. Use a whisk to blend it thoroughly into the milk until you achieve a silky, smooth texture.
  3. Stir in your choice of sweetener, either 2 tablespoons of maple syrup for a vegan option or honey. Whisk again to blend the sweetener into the cocoa.
  4. Introduce ½ teaspoon each of ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Whisk vigorously to combine these aromatic spices.
  5. Add a pinch of ground cardamom and a dash of ground black pepper, continuing to whisk thoroughly.
  6. Allow the mixture to heat gently for another 2–3 minutes while continuously stirring. When it's hot throughout, remove the saucepan from heat.
  7. Carefully pour the spiced hot cocoa into your favorite mugs, topping with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
  8. Take a moment to enjoy your Spiced Hot Cocoa Anti-Inflammatory Drink.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Whisk continuously while heating to keep it smooth and prevent scorching. Adjust sweetness to taste.

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