By Alexandra Catalano, HCTP March 2011
A hot cup of cocoa becomes a nightly necessity as the temperatures begin to drop! But those store-bought packets are often filled with processed sugars and artificial ingredients. Instead, try this hormone-balancing recipe that is simple to create and only takes a few wholesome real ingredients. Not only is this enjoyable for you, but the kids will love it, too!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 can organic unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened raw cacao powder
- 3 drops ashwagandha
- 2 teaspoons maca
- 1 scoop chocolate collagen powder
INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat coconut milk and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan over medium heat until hot.
- Stir in raw cacao, herbs, and collagen powder until melted.
- To make extra creamy, pour into a blender and mix on low.
Alexandra Catalano is a healthy lifestyle expert, author, two-time TEDx speaker, and the creator of the blog and brand Eat Cute. She is a frequent guest on The Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family as well as on Good Day LA, CW News, Elite Daily, and Lifetime. Alexandra also writes for Mindbodygreen, Oxygen magazine, FOX News magazine, Paleo magazine, Brit + Co, and FabFitFun. Find more from Alexandra on her website and Instagram.
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