Name: Paleo Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 cups 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or other plant based milk (oat, coconut, hemp etc or raw dairy); 2 tablespoons raw cacao or cocoa powder; 2 tablespoon coconut sugar

This delicious Paleo Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect thing to cozy up with on a cold night. Healthy and easy to make.

I don’t know if there is anything better than coming in from a day of playing in the snow and cuddling up on the coach with a warm cup of hot cocoa and a Christmas movie. I think this is a winter tradition that most of us have fond memories of

We already started this same tradition with my little ones, and they love it as much as I do! We plan on drinking LOT’S of hot cocoa this winter. Bring on the snow!

This is a healthy version of our beloved hot chocolate, that is still delicious! And you can add peppermint essential oil for an extra special holiday treat.

I LOVE cooking with essential oils! I have a 20 page ebook about it that you can download for free: Cooking with Essential Oils

PIN THIS HEALTHY HOT CHOCOLATE RECIPE

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COOKING WITH ESSENTIAL OILS

One of the fun things about essential oils is how they can be used for cooking, and add a burst of flavor to so many different dishes.
There are a couple of basic things you need to know about cooking with essential oils before you start using them in your kitchen.
Make you are using a brand of essential oils that is extremely high quality and safe for internal use. Not all essential oils are safe for internal use. Learn more about the oil I use here.
It doesn’t take much. Essential oils are very concentrated and a little goes a long way. Usually 1 drop (or less) is plenty.
A general rule of thumb is 1 drop essential oil=1 tablespoon of dried herbs.
Start with less than a drop to see how it tastes. Dip the end of a toothpick into the oil and stir the end into the dish to use less than 1 drop at a time. Better safe than sorry!

ABOUT THE INGREDIENTS IN PALEO PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE

When making paleo hot chocolate, there are a lot of great paleo friendly milk alternatives. From plant based milks to traditional dairy, you can find one that fits your taste and dietary requirements.

ALMOND MILK

Almond milk is a great option for anyone that has a dairy allergy. It has a creamy texture and nutty flavor that pairs well with hot chocolate.

Almonds offer a lot of health benefits. Not only are they high in protein, but they also contain healthy fat, fiber and vitamin E. They areare high in protein, contain healthy fat, fiber, and vitamin E. They may help to lower cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure.

COCONUT MILK

Coconut milk has a delicious, rich and creamy texture, making it another great choice for hot cocoa.Coconut milk is made from the “meat” of mature coconuts. It is full of healthy fats and loaded with vitamins, as well as being a good source of vitamin C, folate, iron, magnesium, potassium and protein.

OAT MILK

The texture of oat milk is surprisingly similar to dairy milk with a delicious, nutty flavor. If you have an allergy to nuts or almonds, can’t do dairy or soy, or are on a vegan diet, oat milk can be a great alternative. It can also foam up really well, which is great for things like lattes!

Learn how I make my own homemade oat milk here.

HEMP MILK

Hemp-milk is my favorite non-dairy milk alternative, and definitely one of the easiest to make! Hemp Milk is high in protein and contains a lot of beneficial Omega 3’s.

Learn how to make your own hemp milk here.

REGULAR MILK

There are so many wonderful options for plant based and vegan milks these days, sometimes it’s easy to forget about good ol’ fashioned dairy! When sourced carefully, dairy milk can offer a lot of health benefits and even be considered “paleo”.

The best kind of dairy is organic, raw and from grass-fed cows. Pasteurization destroys all of the good probiotics and enzymes that are naturally found in raw milk, making it difficult to digest and assimilate.

Find raw milk farmers in your area with this website.

COCONUT SUGAR

Coconut sugar is a minimally processed sugar that contains natural vitamins, minerals, iron and zinc. It is made from the sap of the flower bud stem of the coconut palm tree.

Since it is less processed than table sugar, it has a lower glycemic index with makes it a healthier option. It also contains inulin which can help to stimulate the growth of good bacteria in your intestines.

CACAO POWDER

Raw cacao powder has 40 times the antioxidants of blueberries and is the highest vegan source of iron, as well as a great source of zinc and magnesium. Cacao also has more calcium than cows milk, a fact that surprises many people

Regular cocoa is ok to use as well, but it won’t contain the the rich depth of flavor or as many health benefits as raw cacao as it has been roasted and treated with an agent, and so some of it’s nutritional benefits have been compromised

Cacao has been shown to be a natural mood booster.

PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL

If you love the combo of peppermint and chocolate, this oil will be your new favorite! I use it in everything from hot cocoa to chocolate frosting to fudge.

Peppermint essential oil can help to calm stomach upset and digestive function when taken internally. Add 1 drop to warm tea, desserts, or a savory dish any time you want a minty flavor.

HEALTHY PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE RECIPE

DESCRIPTION

This delicious Paleo Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect thing to cozy up with on a cold night. Healthy and easy to make.

Serving size: 2 cups

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes