Description
An aromatic hot cacao infused with warming cardamom and cinnamon — deep, rich, and gently spiced for a sophisticated twist on classic cocoa. This cozy beverage is perfect for chilly days and offers a dairy-free, vegan option using plant-based milk and natural sweeteners.
Ingredients
Milk
- 2 cups oat milk or almond milk
Spices and Sweetener
- 2 tbsp raw cacao powder
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
- ⅛ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat the milk: Pour the oat or almond milk into a saucepan and place it over medium-low heat. Warm the milk gently, being careful not to scald, until it is hot but not boiling.
- Mix in cacao and spices: Whisk in the raw cacao powder, ground cardamom, cinnamon, and your choice of sweetener—honey or maple syrup—along with a pinch of salt. Continue whisking until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Simmer gently: Allow the mixture to simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes steaming hot and the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Pour the hot cacao into mugs and dust the tops lightly with additional ground cardamom for an enticing aroma and an extra touch of spice. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Cardamom adds a floral warmth to the cacao—reduce the amount to ⅛ tsp for a milder flavor.
- For a low glycemic index (GI) option, substitute the sweetener with coconut sugar.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
