Description
Enjoy a soothing cup of Date Sweetened Hot Chocolate (Naturally Creamy). Made with Medjool dates and rich cocoa, it’s a simple yet satisfying drink that warms your heart and home any time of year!
Ingredients
- Medjool Dates (5, pitted)
- Milk (2¼ cups, any type)
- Dark Chocolate (2 squares)
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (2½ tablespoons)
- Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Paste (½-1 teaspoon)
- Pinch of Salt
- Whipped Cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Blend ingredients until smooth in a high-speed blender.
- Heat the mixture in a pot over medium heat, stirring frequently until hot.
- Pour into mugs and add whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with cocoa powder or caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Reheat on low heat on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg