Description
This Healthy Hot Chocolate is creamy, cozy, and naturally sweetened. A guilt-free way to enjoy a comforting cup of cocoa with optional add-ins for extra nutrition.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat/coconut milk for creaminess)
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1–2 tsp pure maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
¼ tsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
Pinch of sea salt (enhances flavor)
Optional Add-Ins for Extra Nutrition:
1 tsp nut butter (protein + creaminess)
½ scoop collagen or protein powder
Pinch of cayenne (metabolism boost)
Dark chocolate shavings for topping
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, warm the almond milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
2. Whisk in cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla, cinnamon (if using), and sea salt.
3. Keep whisking until smooth and slightly frothy.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness to preference.
5. Pour into a mug, add optional toppings like dark chocolate shavings, and enjoy.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
Adding nut butter or protein powder boosts creaminess and nutrition.
Cayenne adds a subtle spicy kick and warmth.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Healthy Hot Chocolate, Dairy-Free Hot Cocoa, Clean Eating Hot Chocolate