Raw Macadamia Nut Chocolate Mocha Recipe
A decadent and delicious drink to enjoy by the fire or next to your loved ones this holiday season. This is not your traditional mocha, but a much healthier version that will nourish your body and warm your spirit. Cheers!
Raw Macadamia Nut Chocolate Mocha
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Warming Time: 3-5 minutes
Yields: 2-4 servings
Ingredients:
For Nut Milk:
½ cup raw organic macadamia nuts
4 cups filtered water
For Mocha:
4 cups raw organic macadamia nut milk (see above)
2-4 tablespoons raw organic honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1-2 tablespoons raw organic carob powder
1-2 tablespoons organic cocoa powder
1-2 tablespoons instant grain coffee (optional)
2-4 cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon organic cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon sea salt
Directions:
For Nut Milk:
1. Blend macadamia nuts and water at high speed until very smooth.
2. Pour mixture through a strainer.
For Mocha:
1. Blend all ingredients until smooth, adding more honey or maple syrup to taste.
2. Gently warm in a saucepan over low heat for 3-5 minutes.
3. Serve in warmed mugs with a fresh cinnamon stick.
~Courtesy of Living Cuisine by Renée Loux Underkoffler
Tags: carob powder, cinnamon sticks, cocoa powder, coffee, honey, macadamia nuts, maple syrup, nutmeg, organic, raw, sea salt, vanilla