No week is complete without chocolate. This drinkable dessert gets a ruby tint from cherry juice, which, along with the cocoa powder and dark chocolate, is packed with good-for-you antioxidants.
The cherry on top
Sipping this hot chocolate before bed could be your secret to sweet dreams. Cherry juice contains melatonin, an antioxidant that aids in sleep regulation.
Coconut Black Forest Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 2 cups light canned coconut milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cherry juice
- 2 Tbsp coconut sugar
- 3 Tbsp finely chopped or grated vegan dark chocolate
- 2 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened toasted coconut chips
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories441
- protein5g
- fat31g
- carbs40g
- sugar21g
- fiber6g
- sodium35mg
Directions
01
In medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk milk, juice, sugar, dark chocolate and cocoa powder until melted, piping hot and fully combined.
02
Whisk to create a few air bubbles, then pour into mugs, top with coconut chips and serve.
Allison Day, RHN, is a nutritionist, blogger, and cookbook author. Check out her cookbooks, Whole Bowls and Purely Pumpkin (Skyhorse Publishing, 2016).
