Warm Cocoa with Almond Milk & Nutmeg

Name: Warm Cocoa with Almond Milk & Nutmeg
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 7 min
Ingredients: 250 ml Almond milk; 1 tbsp Cocoa powder; 1 tsp Maple syrup; 1 pinch Ground nutmeg; Vanilla extract

7 minVeganGluten-freeLuteal phaseBetter sleepStovetopSweet treatsDairy-freeVegetarian

Servings:

Ingredients

—Unsweetened almond milk — 250 ml
—Cocoa powder — 1 tbsp
—Maple syrup — 1 tsp
—Ground nutmeg — 1 pinch
—Vanilla extract

Allergens

Contains nuts

Method

01Warm the almond milk in a saucepan over medium heat, without letting it boil.
02Whisk in the cocoa powder and maple syrup until fully dissolved.
03Stir in the nutmeg and vanilla.
04Pour into a mug and serve warm.

Why this works

Cocoa contributes some magnesium, and nutmeg is traditionally used to help unwind before bed. A warm, gently sweet drink makes a softer evening alternative to a sugar-heavy dessert.

Sources

— Antioxidants & Redox Signaling, 2011 — BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies, 2021

Nutrition (per serving)

140

kcal

protein

fat

18g

carbs

fiber

Always check product labels for allergens.