Healthy Hot Chocolate
This Healthy Hot Chocolate Recipe is creamy, nourishing, and made with cacao powder, collagen, sweetener, and your favorite milk. It’s the perfect cozy drink that’s rich in antioxidants, protein, and feel-good flavor—loved by kids and adults alike!
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 1 T cacao powder
- 1 T sweetener of your choice I use golden monk fruit blend by better body foods could substitute with maple syrup
- 1 scoop unflavored collagen my favorite is Paleo Valley Unflavored
- 2 tablespoon hot water
- 1 C Milk of your choice
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: Add the cacao powder, sweetener, and unflavored collagen to a mug. Stir to combine.
- Add hot water: Pour in a little hot water and stir until a smooth paste forms—this step ensures everything dissolves perfectly.
- Add hot milk: Heat your milk to about 120°F, which is the perfect temperature for kids and most adults—warm and comforting, not too hot. Pour the warmed milk into the mug and stir until fully blended and smooth.
- Sweeten and froth: Adjust sweetness if desired, then use a milk frother or whisk to create a creamy, foamy top. Sip and enjoy your warm, protein-rich treat!
Notes
- Add vanilla: Stir in a tiny splash of vanilla extract for extra warmth and sweetness.
- Add spice: Sprinkle in cinnamon or drop in a cinnamon stick for cozy fall flavor.
- Make it mocha: Add a shot of espresso for a protein hot chocolate coffee combo.
- Make it boozy: For adults, stir in a splash of Irish cream or Kahlúa for a festive twist!