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Classic Nourishing Hot Cocoa

April 18, 2014 by Katie Mae Stanley 12 Comments

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What is better than steaming cup of hot cocoa on a cool morning? I love to wrap my hands around the mug to warm my body and soul.

If you haven’t guessed already I am a bit obsessed with hot cocoa. I have seven different varieties on this site. It all started with a simple cup of coconut milk hot cocoa and grew into a love for the tasty beverage. After making raspberry, peppermint, Mexican and a mix just to name a few I thought it was time, I finally shared a recipe for a classic hot cocoa with a nourishing twist of course.

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My milk of choice these days is raw cow milk, but you can use whatever type of milk you prefer. Each will add its own unique flavor but will still be delicious!

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Classic Nourishing Hot Cocoa

Author Katie Mae @ Nourishing Simplicity

Ingredients

  • 4 cups milk (raw, goat, almond or coconut)
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup raw honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Whipped Cream (optional)
  • Homemade Marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Heat 3 3/4 cup of the milk in a small sauce pan. If you are using dairy careful not to let the milk curdle. For raw milk it is best to not let it get any warmer than 110 F to preserve most of the beneficial properties of the raw milk.
  2. In a small bowl or mug mix the remaining 1/4 cup milk, cocoa powder, honey and vanilla. Stir with a fork or a small whisk until a smooth paste is formed.
  3. Once the milk is heated pour the cocoa paste into the milk and whisk until smooth.
  4. Serve each cup of cocoa with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder. You could also serve your cocoa with a homemade marshmallow or two.

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About Katie Mae Stanley

Katie Mae Stanley is the creator of Nourishing Simplicity. She believes that a made from scratch life is possible with a measure of grace. She teaches you to craft simple, nourishing recipes and natural DIY products at home.

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Comments

  1. Faith

    January 18, 2017 at 7:02 am

    This is delicious but i prefer cacao instead of cocoa because it is more natural with greater healthy benefits. What do you think. Have a great day

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      January 18, 2017 at 4:16 pm

      Thank you! I’m glad you like it. Cacao doesn’t fit in my budget right now, I’m excited for when it does! I agree, the does have greater health benefits. I hope you have a great day as well!

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  2. rebekah

    April 26, 2014 at 12:58 am

    Do you happen to have a marshmallow recipe?

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  3. Rachel

    April 21, 2014 at 6:54 am

    I love hot chocolate but we’ve always done the processed stuff (yuck I know) or a milk and chocolate syrup one at a coffee shop. This sounds delightful and perhaps a bit less guilty when it comes to nutrition! 🙂 Trying this today!

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    • Katie Mae Stanley

      April 21, 2014 at 7:09 am

      I hope you like it! 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna koehler

        November 22, 2014 at 8:51 am

        This is very good Katie! I made it today and my mom and dad liked it too! Yum! Thanks!

        Reply
        • Katie Mae Stanley

          November 22, 2014 at 9:56 pm

          Yea!I’m glad you all liked it!

          Reply

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