Protein Hot Chocolate Recipe
A cozy and protein-packed hot chocolate recipe that can be prepared on the stovetop or in the microwave using your choice of milk and chocolate protein powder. It’s a delicious, customizable treat perfect for warming up and satisfying your chocolate cravings with added nutritional benefits.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (almond, oat milk, or cow’s milk)
- 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder (Dutch cocoa for a richer flavor)
- 1 tbsp sweetener of choice (honey, granulated sugar, or maple syrup)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Toppings (Optional)
- Mini marshmallows
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Heat the milk: On the stovetop, heat your preferred milk in a small pot over medium-low heat, making sure not to let it boil or scorch.
- Mix ingredients: Whisk in the chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, sweetener, and optional vanilla extract thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
- Adjust sweetness and consistency: Taste the hot chocolate and add more sweetener or milk if needed to achieve your preferred thickness and flavor.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and top with your choice of mini marshmallows, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings. Serve immediately.
- Microwave method preparation: In a microwave-safe mug, combine milk, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, sweetener, and vanilla extract; stir well to dissolve the protein powder.
- Microwave heating: Heat the mixture on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds to prevent overflow and ensure even cooking.
- Cool and serve: Let the hot chocolate cool slightly, then top with your preferred toppings and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Do not boil the milk to prevent burning and preserve flavor.
- Adjust sweetness and thickness according to your protein powder brand and personal taste.
- Optional vanilla extract enhances the flavor but can be omitted.
- The recipe works well with dairy or plant-based milks.
- Stovetop and microwave methods yield similarly delicious results.
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