[ Mine: orange straw w/ light marshmallows & Michael’s: pink straw w/ heavy marshmallows ]
Everyone has weird things that make them happy. Mixing my own hot chocolate on a rainy day may not seem entertaining, but it was something that I really, sincerely enjoyed [ I know…I’m strange ]. Here are some other things that make me happy:
- Keeping “Worry dolls” hidden around my room.
- Pixy, when she does her morning stretch.
- Making my to-do list pretty [ even if no one sees it but me ].
- The smell of matches.
- My grandma’s laugh.
- Fresh sheets.
- The new Kaskade CD.
- My new blog signature [ see below ; ) ].
[ These straws are perfect for stirring the cocoa ]
[ Whisks are ideal for mixing the ingredients ]
[ My preference: mini marshmallows as opposed to whipped cream ]
[ Rainy weather remedy ]
[ Recipe adapted from The Fitness Dish ]
** Makes two mugs
1 1/2 tablespoon of raw cacao [ or unsweetened cocoa powder ]
1/2 tablespoon of carob powder [ optional ]
10 ounces of unsweetened vanilla Tempt hemp milk [ non-fat milk works too ]
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1 pinch of nutmeg
2 drops of liquid Stevia [ or maple syrup ]
Mini marshmallow [ I sprinkled about 15 on mine ]
Place milk and all of the chocolate in a saucepan and whisk. Add vanilla, spices and sweetener and continue to whisk frequently until it’s steaming. Transfer to mugs with a straw for stirring & some marshmallows for added taste.
Yey! Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
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Looks delish!
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hey~ I just found your blog. loved it! sure, it will be one of my favorite blogs. thanks for the recipe. and photos are great. During winter, I feel happy while making hot chocolate for my hubby;)
have a Cupcake weekend;)
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Hii Lauryn!! This looks so picture perfect!! And…WHERE DID YOU GET THOSE STRAWS?!!! I just want to look at them sitting on my counter hahaha. And ground carob powder?! I’d love to put that stuff in hot chocolate. Very cute blog btw!
I will be selling them next month on my site & there will be a give-away too 🙂 xo
your blog has so many cute ideas and photos…so glad i found it and excited to start following! i’m always looking for easy, healthy recipes. thanks for sharing! xo
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OMG it really looks indulging and now im craving for one hot choco !!
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can you make this with almond milk?
Yes : )