Most of people love sweet drinks and food, some of them less or more but it is rare that someone doesn't like chocolate. I am definitely a chocolate lover, and if you are as well this quick recipe is ideal for you! My chocolate choice is always the one with at least 75% of cacao since I love a little bitter sweet taste. However, if you prefer more milky and sweeter, no problem because, when you are making your own chocolate drink you can adjust everything to your favorite taste. Moreover, in case you are avoiding dairy, there are still many options to make this delicious hot drink which is even healthy and provides you with minerals and fiber. So here is the list of the few ingredients you will need and instructions for preparation.
- Raw cacao powder ( 2 tablespoons or more depending on how much strong taste you prefer)
- Fat free milk; hot water, almond or coconut milk (8oz of your choice from one of these)
- Maple syrup, honey, stevia raw sugar (1 teaspoon of your choice from one of these)
- 1/4 of vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
1. Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat until it boils but no longer and keep stirring constantly.
2. Another option is to mix all the ingredients in a blender and then heat the mixture until it boils.
3. Serve hot! If you want to add some marshmallows on top you can, but be aware that this will add in your calories intake and since it's not too healthy you should not exaggerate. However, cinnamon or crumbs of dark chocolate can always be added on the top while still keep this drink dessert as a healthy hot chocolate. Enjoy!
Written by Tamara Arapovic
