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If you\u2019re looking for a decadent, elevated hot chocolate with wholesome ingredients, this one\u2019s for you! We\u2019ve been serving up this frothy, tahini-infused, super dreamy hot chocolate, and even cocoa connoisseurs agree this one deserves accolades.<\/p>\n

Despite being naturally sweetened<\/strong> and blended with water, it\u2019s perfectly sweet, deeply chocolaty, and velvety on the palate. It even sneaks in healthy fats, fiber, protein<\/strong>, and cinnamon for balancing blood sugar levels. Enjoy as is, or top with the whipped cream of your choice for the ultimate cozy treat.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Protein-Rich Tahini Hot Chocolate Ingredients<\/h2>\n

This is not your average hot chocolate! It\u2019s super creamy, decadent, and loaded with wholesome ingredients. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need to make it:<\/p>\n

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  • Cocoa powder<\/strong> \u2013 a generous<\/em> amount of cocoa powder ensures this drink is super chocolaty, almost like a drinking chocolate!<\/li>\n
  • Tahini<\/strong> \u2013 not only is tahini one of our all-time favorite ingredients for its nutritional benefits (hello vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats), but it adds a gorgeous thickness, richness, and nutty flavor to this hot chocolate.<\/li>\n
  • Sweetener<\/strong> \u2013 we love a combination of maple syrup (or honey) + a medjool date, but you could sub nearly any sweetener here. The date adds a caramel-like flavor and makes the texture even<\/em> creamier!<\/li>\n
  • Sea salt<\/strong> \u2013 a tiny pinch is all you need to elevate all the flavors here. Plus, salt + tahini + maple = MAGIC!<\/li>\n
  • Cinnamon<\/strong> \u2013 adds a little extra sweetness and blood sugar-balancing benefits.<\/li>\n
  • Collagen<\/strong> \u2013 if you\u2019re into protein hot chocolate, definitely add the collagen! Along with the tahini, it gives one mug of hot chocolate a hefty 15 grams of protein<\/strong>. It also adds extra creaminess. If you\u2019re vegan, your hot chocolate will still be amazing without it!<\/li>\n
  • Coconut milk powder + water \/\/ milk of choice<\/strong> \u2013 when it comes to picking your milk, options abound. We love a combination of coconut milk powder and hot water to make a super creamy, rich dairy-free \u201cmilk,\u201d but you can simply sub coconut milk in place of both, or use another milk you enjoy (almond, oat, and cashew would all be amazing).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    How to Make Tahini Hot Chocolate<\/h2>\n

    When it\u2019s hot chocolate time, blend everything<\/strong> (including the hot water) in a heat-safe blender<\/strong> (one that has a lid with a vent to allow steam to escape, such as a Vitamix). Blending makes it extra frothy and also breaks down the date. The reason you don\u2019t want to blend using a sealed container is that hot liquids can cause the pressure to build up and the container could explode. Yikes.<\/em><\/p>\n

    What to do if you don\u2019t have a heat-safe blender? Or a blender at all? You could try making this drink in a saucepan on the stovetop and adding coconut sugar (or a liquid\/granulated sweetener) instead of a date. Optionally, you could then use a handheld frother to make it creamy\/frothy!<\/p>\n

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    We can\u2019t wait for you to try this hot chocolate! It\u2019s<\/p>\n

    Rich
    Creamy
    Chocolaty
    Perfectly sweet
    Frothy
    Dreamy
    Fiber- & Protein-rich
    Nourishing
    & SO delicious!<\/p>\n

    This is the perfect cozy drink for the holiday season, for refueling after playing in the snow, or any time you want something decadent yet nourishing. It would pair beautifully with holiday cookies, especially anything chocolaty, like our Gluten-Free Chocolate Crinkle Cookies<\/strong> or Fudgy Vegan Brownie Cookies.<\/p>\n

    More Cozy + Nourishing Beverages<\/h2>\n

    If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don\u2019t forget to tag a photo\u00a0@minimalistbaker\u00a0on Instagram. Cheers, friends!<\/p>\n

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    Prep Time <\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

    Total Time <\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    Servings <\/span>1<\/span> (12-ounce) serving<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Course <\/span>Beverage<\/span><\/p>\n

    Cuisine <\/span>Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan (optional)<\/span><\/p>\n

    Freezer Friendly <\/span>No<\/span><\/p>\n

    Does it keep? <\/span>3 Days<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    • 2<\/span> Tbsp<\/span> cocoa powder<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 1<\/span> Tbsp<\/span> tahini<\/span> (we like this brand)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 1<\/span> pitted<\/span> medjool date<\/span> (or 2 tsp coconut sugar, or other sweetener of choice)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 1\/2<\/span> tsp<\/span> maple syrup or honey<\/span> (if not vegan)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 1<\/span> pinch<\/span> sea salt<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 1<\/span> pinch<\/span> ground cinnamon<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 2<\/span> Tbsp<\/span> collagen peptides<\/span> (adds creaminess + protein \/\/ omit if vegan)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 2<\/span> Tbsp<\/span> coconut milk powder*<\/span> (or omit and sub the hot water called for below with warmed milk of choice)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • 1 \u00bc<\/span> cup<\/span> very hot water<\/span> (or milk of choice)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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        For best results, add all ingredients to a high-speed blender that has a lid with a vent to allow steam to escape. If you don\u2019t have a blender, heat on the stovetop, omit the date, and sub with additional sweetener of choice (or blend ingredients with cold water\/milk, then heat on the stovetop).<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        Blend until creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more honey or maple syrup for sweetness, cinnamon for warmth, cocoa powder for richer chocolate flavor, or coconut milk powder or tahini for creaminess.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Enjoy as is or top with whipped cream of choice (we love coconut), and an optional drizzle of tahini, dusting of cocoa powder, or chocolate curls (use a vegetable peeler on your favorite chocolate bar).<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        Best when fresh, though leftovers can be kept sealed in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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