Description
A warming, antioxidant-rich hot cocoa infused with turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon to support anti-inflammatory benefits while delivering cozy comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (or stevia for sugar-free)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of black pepper (enhances absorption of turmeric)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon coconut oil for extra richness
Instructions
- 1. Warm the almond milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, but do not boil.
- 2. Whisk in the cocoa powder, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper until smooth.
- 3. Stir in honey (or sweetener), vanilla extract, and coconut oil if using.
- 4. Continue heating for 1–2 minutes until fully warmed and frothy.
- 5. Pour into a mug and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Black pepper is essential for making turmeric significantly more bioavailable.
- Adjust sweetness to taste or use sugar-free options for a low-carb version.
- For an even creamier drink, blend the mixture carefully in a blender before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: hot cocoa, anti-inflammatory drink, turmeric cocoa, wellness drink