Easy Cacao Latte
This velvety Cacao Latte is a creamy delight that's dairy-free and so easy to make! Whether you're looking to balance your hormones or simply seeking a healthier alternative, this rich, indulgent drink is your ticket to a cozy chocolatey escape.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond milk*
- 1 cup Hot water
- 1 tbsp Cacao powder*
- 1-2 tbsp Maple syrup*
- 1 scoop Collagen powder*
- ½ tsp Ashwagandha powder
- ¼ tsp Coconut Butter*
- ¼ tsp Vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp Cinnamon
- pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Warm milk in a small saucepan over low-medium heat.
- Add remaining ingredients to saucepan: cacao powder, collagen powder, ashwagandha powder, maple syrup, coconut butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk together until froth begins to form and milk is steaming but not boiling.
- Sweeten to desired taste and pour into mug. Top with dairy-free whip cream and shaved chocolate if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Milk - Almond milk is what’s used in this recipe and tastes delicious, but you can use any type of non-dairy milk that you like or have on hand. If you don’t mind it not being dairy-free or vegan, then an animal based milk like cow or goat will work in this recipe as well.
Cacao powder - Both cacao powder as well as cocoa powder work for this recipe. Cacao powder has more antioxidants and minerals, making it more nourishing, but cocoa powder is more readily available, more affordable, and both ingredients work great and taste delicious.
Sweetener - While maple syrup was used in this recipe, other great options include: honey, coconut sugar, and monk fruit. Maple syrup gives a nice subtle flavor that adds to the warmth and coziness, but the other sweeteners will work as well.
Collagen - Protein powder would be a good substitution, especially if it's chocolate flavor as it will make it even more decadent.
Coconut Butter - Coconut oil would be a good substitution for coconut butter, but it will remove the bit of creaminess that the coconut butter provides. Alternatively you could swap it with ghee or omit it all together