Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Spiced Hot Cocoa Anti-Inflammatory Drink, a delightful fusion of rich cocoa and aromatic spices. This cozy beverage not only warms you up on chilly days but also supports your well-being with its anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger. Perfect for sipping after a long day or sharing with loved ones during holiday gatherings, this drink is both comforting and nutritious. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious cup that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt. Customize it to suit your taste by varying the sweetness or spice levels, making it as unique as you are!
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
- Pinch of ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until steaming.
- Whisk in cocoa powder until smooth.
- Stir in maple syrup or honey until fully combined.
- Add turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom; whisk continuously to blend.
- Incorporate a pinch of black pepper to enhance turmeric absorption.
- Heat for an additional 2-3 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg