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Spiced Hot Cocoa Drink

Cozy Up with a Healing Spiced Hot Cocoa Drink

Experience the cozy warmth of a spiced hot cocoa drink that combines cocoa, turmeric, and aromatic spices for a comforting treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocoa Base
  • 2 cups Almond Milk Provides a smooth, creamy base that keeps the drink dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder The heart of the hot cocoa.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey Natural sweetener to balance bitterness.
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Offers anti-inflammatory properties.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses cozy sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Introduces a gentle kick.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Adds a unique floral note.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Enhances absorption of turmeric.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Whipped Cream or Marshmallows Adds creaminess to the drink.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, pour in the almond milk and heat until steaming but not boiling (4-5 minutes).
  2. Reduce heat to low and whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth (2-3 minutes).
  3. Stir in maple syrup or honey and mix thoroughly until dissolved (about 1 minute).
  4. Add turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom, whisk for about 2 minutes until well blended.
  5. Sprinkle in black pepper and stir for an additional minute.
  6. Heat the mixture for another 2-3 minutes while stirring gently.
  7. Pour the spiced hot cocoa into mugs and serve.
  8. Optional: Top with whipped cream or marshmallows.
  9. Enjoy your spiced hot cocoa hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness to your taste and use any milk of your choice for customization.

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