Description
Spicy ginger brings an unexpected twist to this healthy hot chocolate recipe. It’s rich, creamy, and warming–the perfect cozy beverage for cold days. Dairy-free without added sugar, it’s made with almond milk and stevia to create an indulgent beverage that’s good enough to drink daily.
Ingredients
12 ounces boiling water
1-inch piece fresh ginger, chopped (see alternatives below)
1 tablespoon raw cacao powder
1 scoop unflavored collagen peptides (optional)
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
Stevia or pure liquid monk fruit drops to taste
Ginger Variations
1–2 ginger tea bags
1 1/2 teaspoons jarred minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
Method 1 – Fresh Ginger:
- Bring 12 ounces of filtered water to a boil and steep the chopped ginger for at least 5 minutes to make a tea. (The longer you steep the ginger, the stronger the flavor–I don’t take it out).
- Dissolve the cacao powder and collagen peptides (if using) into the ginger tea.
- Top with almond milk and sweeten to taste.
Method 2 – Ginger Tea:
- Follow the instructions above, steeping the tea bag for 5-15 minutes before removing it and adding the remaining ingredients.
Method 3 – Jarred Ginger:
- Bring 12 ounces of filtered water to a boil and stir in the jarred ginger, cacao powder and collagen until smooth.
- Add the almond milk and sweetener.
Method 4 – Ground Ginger:
- Follow the instructions for option 3 above using ground ginger.
Notes
Omit the collagen peptides to make vegan hot chocolate.
Use jarred or ground ginger and ice water for a refreshing, cold version in summer.
