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Protein Hot Chocolate

A warm, creamy hot chocolate packed with protein for a delicious treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups milk of choice dairy or non-dairy
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons protein powder chocolate or vanilla
  • 2 tablespoons sweetener honey, maple syrup, or stevia
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mug

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
  2. Whisk in the cocoa powder until fully dissolved.
  3. Stir in the protein powder until well combined.
  4. Add your choice of sweetener and stir until fully dissolved.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
  6. Continue to heat the mixture until hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
  7. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and enjoy immediately.
  8. If you have any leftovers, let them cool before storing in the refrigerator.

Notes

You can top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cocoa for extra flair.