Cosy up with our indulgent, dairy free hot chocolate with a kick. Something to warm your hands and heart in these long winter months. Our almond milk makes it extra thick and creamy so go on, treat yourself!
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp of cocoa or cacao powder
- 250ml of Paleo Foods Co. 9% Almond Milk
- 2 tbsp of date nectar (or coconut sugar, maple syrup)
- ½ tsp of ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp of vanilla bean powder
- ¼ tsp of ground nutmeg
- 1 small pinch of clove
- 1 small pinch of ground chilli or cayenne pepper (optional)
Toppings
- ½ teaspoon of grated nutmeg
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Directions
1. In a medium pot over a low heat, whisk together almond milk, cocoa powder and date nectar.
2. Then add the spice mix of cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg clove and chilli (optional). Bring to a low simmer.
3. Add a small amount of water as desired if you prefer a thinner consistency.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed, adding more date nectar for increased sweetness or chilli for added kick!
5. Divide between 2 mugs and dust with grated nutmeg and a sprinkling of cocoa powder
6. Enjoy right away!
