The Roasted Purpose Protein Hot Chocolate

Yesterday, I was strolling outside with a friend, basking in the after-lunch warmth without a coat, soaking up what felt like an early hint of spring. Today, I’m nestled indoors, getting cozy with my mug of The Roasted Purpose Vanilla Protein Hot Chocolate, eagerly awaiting the first snowflakes to fall. It’s moments like these that capture the unpredictable beauty of February in STL, and what better way to honor this impulsive weather than with a nourishing, heartwarming beverage?

The Roasted Purpose Vanilla Protein Hot Chocolate

Ingredients:

• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk/cashew or pecan milk (I make my own cashew and pecan milk, message me if you want the recipe)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 scoops The Roasted Purpose Vanilla Protein Powder 
• Monk fruit/sweetener of choice- sweetener to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 
• A pinch of sea salt 
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 
• Whipped coconut cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

• Warm the Milk: In a small saucepan, gently heat the nut milk of choice over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
• Mix Cocoa and Sweetener: In a small bowl, mix the unsweetened cocoa powder, monk fruit sweetener, and a pinch of sea salt. Add a few tablespoons of the warm milk to form a smooth paste. This step helps prevent lumps in your hot chocolate.
• Combine: Add the cocoa paste back into the saucepan with the warm milk, stirring well to combine. Keep the heat on medium-low, ensuring the mixture does not come to a boil.
• Add Collagen Powder: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Whisk in the vanilla collagen powder. 
• Flavor with Vanilla and Cinnamon: Stir in the vanilla extract and cinnamon (if using), blending well.
• Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. If desired, top with whipped coconut cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder for garnish.
• Enjoy: Savor each sip of The Roasted Purpose Vanilla Protein Hot Chocolate, perfect for cozy evenings or as a warming treat.

This hot chocolate isn’t just about embracing the cold; it’s about finding joy and comfort in the fluctuations of life, symbolized by STL’s ever-changing February weather.

Cheers,

The Roasted Purpose