I love hot chocolate. There are the rich decadent cups that fill you up in one sip, and there are this kind. Its the light and airy, give me more, I'm not done yet kind. And, this one's got a secret. No one has to know. They just have to know its good. You see, this has got protein powder in it. Now, I'm not sure if the heat denatures the protein, but at least the amino acids will still be there for your tummy some love. (Can you tell what I've been doing in school lately?) Did I mention this is a light hot chocolate? Like really really light? Thats because of the
supersecret protein powder.
Just make sure the protein powder is one that dissolves
easily in liquid. The kind I used was a velvety vanilla whey, but I'm sure it would work with other kinds that dissolve. If it does not dissolve, you'll have grainy hot chocolate (yuck.).
Anyways, here's my little recipe for a light and lovely hot chocolate.
Hot Chocolate with a Secret
An original recipe by Lauren of Celiac Teen.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons vanilla whey powder
1 1/2 tsp cocoa
1 tbsp sugar
milk
boiling water
Steps
1. In your favourite mug, mix all of the dry ingredients.
2. Add some milk, and stir until there are no clumps.
3. Add boiling water and stir.
4. Enjoy!
See? The hardest part is boiling the water. Simple and delicious!
I love steam in photos. =D.
Its not actually this light in colour, but I love it anyways =D.
Have a fantastic (and warm) week! I'll be absent a little as I'm in the midst of unit finals, major projects and then the big final exams. (On Monday I have a major test in every class except one. That non-test one has our biggest project of the year due. That about explains it ;D).
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21 comments:
YUM. That sounds goooood. I haven't been able to stomach hot chocolate lately (I don't understand, how can a growing baby not like chocolate?!), but maybe I'll give this recipe a try. Thanks Lauren, looks great!
Lauren, I love your knack for describing food! And good luck on exams!
Protein powder is a mainstay here! Very delicious hot chocolate! It is warming my heart.
I bet that vanilla flavor accents the hot chocolate well too! Yum!
Hehe, sneakily healthy hot chocolate... Miles away from the Italian-style one I was given once, which literally made by melting a heaping block of chocolate in hot water, then passing the mixture through a blender. Don't get me wrong, it was delicious... but your version probably provides a less guilt-ridden comfort experience. :-)
I have been drinking tons of hot chocolate lately...it's just cold! I'm looking forward to the warmer days. What kind of protein powder do you buy? Great recipe!
@Amy We have Interactive Nutrition's ISOWhey in Velvety Vanilla. I checked and it doesn't have any sugars in it (just sucralose and stevia)!
I love adding a few flecks of vanilla bean in my hot cocoa! the whey is a fabulous idea! LOVE the steamy cup pics as well :) Good luck with the exams!
That surprise I didn't expect! That mug of steaming cocoa looks good, Lauren. Best of luck on your exams and project! You constantly amaze me with all you do. I also agree with Iris ... you have such a way with words regarding food!
Hugs,
Shirley
yum! good luck with your exams, hot chocolate will help no doubt :)
I am adding you to my blog roll, not sure why I didn't think about it before!
Hehe I like it! Hot Chocolate with a secret -because everything should have a little mystery! ;)
I'm trying to cut down on drinking coffee this year. I love a great cup of hot chocolate - thanks for sharing your secret! shhhhhh
Your steam photo is beautiful :). Makes me feel cozy and warm just looking at it (especially since it's so cold outside right now). Good luck on your school stuff!
Sounds great! I had no idea that protein was good for the stomach?? I have so much learning to do! I'm going to make this hot chocolate this weekend!
@lazygfchef Sort of, protein is digested in your stomach (That must mean its good for it though =D). Enjoy the hot chocolate!
We love hot chocolate too, and I love your Lauren original recipe. Good luck with your exams! Remember, lots of sleep and no cramming late into the night because your brain will work on the content you need to know while you sleep. You'll absorb the stuff better that way. -- Ninette (and I work at a school and am a 10th grade student advisor (16 yr old young women, so I know!)
Lauren - sounds warm and inviting! I wonder if it will work with hemp protein? I'll have to test it out and let you know.
@Nancy As long as it dissolves, it should work wonderfully!
This looks good! Where did you find the vanilla whey powder in your recipe? I can't wait to make this for my kids after tobogganing. They'll never know it's healthy... Hahaha!
Hot chocolate! A morning must-have ritual! Looks so tasty, Lauren!
Wish you have great success with your exams!
Sawadee from Bangkok,
Kris
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