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Gourmet Hot Cocoa Recipe

While this may require a bit more effort than using packeted hot cocoa mix, it's still no big deal because you just throw in the ingredients, stir, and heat it up--the result is worth it, and it's so much better for you too with all the healthy add-ins! If you don't have ALL the ingredients listed below, it'll still be good because you're making it yourself. But if you do have any of the extra superfoods, it'll be even better. :)
Servings: 6 Cups
Author: Kelly the Kitchen Kop

Ingredients

  • 5 cups whole milk, preferably raw milk, because it's more nutritious, even though you'll be heating this up. Never ever buy ultra-pasteurized or reduced fat milks!
  • 1-2 egg yolks (optional, for more nutrients)
  • 1/2 cup whole cream – or more if you can spare it (you don't have to use cream, it just makes it…you guessed it, creamier! If you use store-bought cream, again, never buy ultra-pasteurized. <– Read that link to learn why!)
  • 1/4 cup palm or coconut or other natural sugar, add a little more if you need it after taste-testing, but obviously less is better
  • 1/8 cup real maple syrup, again start with a little and add more if needed to your taste preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla (Have you ever tried making homemade vanilla? It's super easy!)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, or even better (less processed & more antioxidants): raw cacao. (Check the pricing for a better deal on cocoa powder or cacao here too.)
  • 1 scoop of this collagen for extra nutrition (optional), and you can't taste it! It's made from pasture-raised cows and gives you extra protein and nutrients for your nails, skin, hair, and joints. It even supports gut health and can help reduce inflammation. (Discount with the code KOP.)
  • 1-2 heaping Tablespoons grassfed colostrum (also optional, but adds extra nutrition and immune system building!)
  • 1 Tablespoons of MCT oil if you have it, it's for so many extra health benefits! <-- Scroll down at that link to read them all. If you get some, use the code KOP for a discount.
  • Optional: a little real whipped cream and a sprinkle more of cocoa powder or mini chocolate chips for fun, we like these allergen-free chocolate chips.

Instructions

  • Mix all the dry ingredients a big saucepan over medium heat, whisk until it's hot and everything has dissolved well. Use a ladle to serve.