Maintaining magnesium levels is crucial for muscle function, energy production, and bone health. Even slight deficiencies can lead to fatigue, muscle weakness, and irregular heartbeat. Luckily, incorporating magnesium-rich foods like dark chocolate can help!
This Healthy Hot Chocolate recipe lets you savor the benefits of dark chocolate while indulging in a rich, decadent taste.
Recipe Benefits
Here’s what makes it so good:
- Creamy Almond Milk: Provides a smooth base without the dairy and is often fortified with magnesium for an extra boost.
- Magnesium-Packed Cocoa Powder: Enhances your magnesium intake and fights free radicals with its antioxidants.
- Dark Chocolate Chips (70% + cocoa): Packed with magnesium and antioxidants for muscle and nerve health, reduced inflammation, and a delicious chocolaty punch.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 1/2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a small saucepan until it is just simmering.
- Whisk together the cocoa powder, maple syrup, and salt.
- Add the chocolate chips and vanilla.
- Whisk and heat the mixture until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Nutritional Information
Per serving:
- Calories: 142.5 kcal
- Protein: 4.3 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 19.2 g
- Fiber: 5 g
Based on Nutrisurvey
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