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Anti-Inflammatory Pumpkin Turmeric Hot Chocolate

A soothing and nourishing hot chocolate infused with pumpkin, turmeric, and spices, perfect for reducing inflammation and warming up on chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: beverage, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric freshly grated if possible
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to enhance turmeric absorption
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Method
 

Prepare the Mixture
  1. In a saucepan, combine the almond milk, pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.
  2. Whisk together over medium heat until well combined and heated through.
Add Spices
  1. Stir in the ground turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and sea salt.
  2. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and heated to your liking.
Serve
  1. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and add a sprinkle of cinnamon on top if desired.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy your anti-inflammatory drink!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gFiber: 3gSugar: 8g

Notes

Feel free to adjust sweetness and spice levels according to your preference. This drink can also be made vegan by using plant-based milk.

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