Description
A comforting anti-inflammatory twist on classic hot chocolate, featuring turmeric and warming spices for a cozy drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 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 (aids curcumin absorption)
- Whipped cream or marshmallows for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Watch carefully—do not leave unattended.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder until completely dissolved and lump-free.
- Stir in the maple syrup or honey, mixing thoroughly.
- Add the ground turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom, whisking continuously.
- Add a pinch of ground black pepper.
- Allow the mixture to heat through for 2-3 minutes, continuing to stir.
- Remove from heat and pour the spiced hot cocoa into mugs.
- Top with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
Freshly ground spices yield a brighter flavor. Avoid high heat to prevent scalding.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg