Natural Hot Cacao (hot chocolate)
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Craving something cozy on a chilly night? Make yourself a ”hug in mug” with this indulgent homemade hot chocolate! Created with smooth and creamy cacao powder, it’s packed with happy-inducing antioxidants to make sure you get that much-needed nourishment along with flavor. Plus, for extra decadence, sweeten with maple syrup and add natural vanilla to give it that irresistible scent. Whether your beverage of choice is almond milk, oat milk, or cow’s milk, you can whip up the perfect cup. Top with marshmallows or pinch of cinnamon for the ultimate indulgence - the possibilities are endless! Cuddle up while sipping on this heavenly drink and let yourself be embraced by its comforting embrace.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups milk of your choice (dairy, almond, coconut, etc.)
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, etc.
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk. Stir until well combined and the ingredients are dissolved.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly. Do not let the mixture boil.
- Once the hot chocolate is hot and steamy, remove it from the heat and pour it into mugs.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as marshmallows, whipped cream, cinnamon, or nutmeg, and enjoy your delicious and healthy hot chocolate immediately.
This recipe makes about 4 servings of hot chocolate, depending on the size of your mugs. You can adjust the ingredients to your liking and add more or less of each ingredient to suit your taste. Cacao powder has a rich and chocolatey flavor, so it goes well with the maple syrup and other ingredients in this hot chocolate. Kick up your hot chocolate game with this simple, yet decadent recipe! Crafted to warm you from the inside out, each serving is sure to be full of rich and bold flavors. Pour yourself a mug (or two) infused with maple syrup-sweetness and packed with nutritious antioxidants like cacao powder, magnesium and iron - all designed for optimal joy in every single sip!
