Because we cannot possibly get ALL of our antioxidants from wine and dark chocolate (or can we…?), so try this turmeric spiced hot cocoa for a cup of creamy goodness that gives back. Turmeric has been proven to reduce inflammation, oxidation, pain, lower the risk of heart disease, and so much more. Think magical golden milk latte, but dessert style.
Sip on this creamy, spiced treat any time of day, while reaping the countless benefits that this fragrant spice has to offer. The turmeric is paired with healthy fats (nut butter) and black pepper for optimal absorption, with a touch of sweetness provided by the maple. It contains just 8 simple ingredients, many of them being basic kitchen staples that you likely have in your pantry right now.
How this spiced cocoa is made:
- Boil 2 cups of water in a small sauce pan or kettle.
- Add all of the remaining ingredients to a blender, and top it with the boiling water.
- Blend on high until the cocoa mixture is smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick for your liking, add additional liquid and blend again.
- Cozy up with a creamy cup of hot cocoa, or double the recipe and serve it to your people.
Pair it with my Chocolate Covered Cherry Power Bars to make it a complete snack!
Turmeric Spiced Hot Cocoa
Equipment
- Vitamix, or any high speed blender
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder unsweetened cocoa powder works too!
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 2 tablespoons creamy nut or seed butter peanut, almond, or sunbutter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- a pinch salt, cinnamon, and ground black pepper
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional- I like the extra touch of creaminess it brings
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract also optional- this adds an extra punch of nutty flavor that pairs nicely with the turmeric spice
- 2 cups boiling water if you choose to exclude the protein powder, substitute the water with *Oat Milk to attain optimal creaminess
Instructions
- In a small sauce pan or kettle, bring the water (or the Oat Milk) to a boil.
- Put all of the remaining ingredients to a blender, add the boiling water (or Oat Milk) and blend on high speed until it is smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.
- Top it with 2-3 *marshmallows, *whipped cream, a shot of whiskey, or whatever your heart desires.
Notes
- Vegan Marshmallows: Dandies found at Whole Foods, or SmashMallow found at Target
- Vegan Whipped Cream: So Delicious Cocowhip and 365 by Whole Foods Oat-Based Whipped Topping found at Whole Foods, or Reddi-wip Almond Milk Non-Dairy Whipped Cream found at Target, Walmart, Publix and Kroger
- Oat Milk
Did you make this? Comment below and let me know what you think. Don’t forget to follow @sunnyandspiced on Instagram for more travel eats and plant based recipes.
s & S