Superfood Hot Cocoa
5 Ingredient Hot Cocoa Mix
During these colder winter months I have been experimenting with a hot chocolate recipe. I wanted it rich, sweet, full of chocolaty goodness and still have health benefits. This superfood hot cocoa mix can be made ahead of time and used whenever you want a warm comforting beverage. This is also a great base recipe to which you can add any additional ingredients, like – cayenne, mushroom powder, cardamom or even a shot of espresso. Pair with our Peanut Butter & Jelly Truffles to completely relive childhood!
Superfood Hot Cocoa
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Here is a healthy spin on a nostalgic beverage so many of us grew up drinking. This recipe is full of superfoods and nutritious health benefits. It makes 12-16 cups of hot chocolate, plenty to share!
Author: Bekah Rife
Category: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Serves: 12-16
Ingredients
- 1 cup cacao powder
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons maca powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Hot water
- Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Place the first 5 ingredients into a medium sized bowl.
- Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. It can take up to 5 minutes for all the lumps to smooth out. This is your hot chocolate mix.
- To serve place 2 tablespoons of the mixture into your favorite mug. Pour in 1.5 cups hot water and mix well with a spoon. Garnish with a mint leaf if you have. This brings a nice aroma to the hot chocolate when you sip it. You may adjust your ratio of cocoa mix to water depending on your desired sweetness.
- To store, pour the extra cocoa mix into an airtight container and place in the fridge.
I really enjoy adding different ingredients to my cup of cocoa every now and then. In the mornings I have added an espresso shot, for a spicy kick I’ve tried a dash of cayenne, and for energy I’ll mix in this mushroom powder. If you discover another delicious add-on, please let us know in the comments below!
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