Evidence based
This chocolate milk is a combination of two TCM superfoods that help to revitalize and energize you for a guilt-free indulgence!
Curb a chocolate craving the healthy way! We’ve got a cacao-infused almond milk that houses a unique combination of chaga mushrooms and rooibos tea. This creamy elixir tastes just as good as the chocolate milk you grew up on, but with health benefits that are second to none!
Instead of processed sweeteners, this homemade chocolate milk is sweetened with the natural goodness of raw honey, for a just-sweet-enough flavor that allows the other flavors to shine. You won’t find processed chocolate here either; instead, the pure richness of raw cacao powder brings a dose of antioxidants and deep chocolate flavor that satisfies.
Tip: This chocolate milk can be served hot or cold to reap its benefits year round!
Chaga: A Superfood Fungus
Chaga belongs to a group of herbs, mushrooms, and roots called adaptogens. Fun fact: the chaga mushroom has the highest level of antioxidants on the ORAC scale of any natural food.
Clear the (Brain) Fog with Ginseng
Ginseng is a root that is widely used for its ability to boost stamina while reducing anxiety. That’s because ginseng is able to both calm and stimulate the nervous system. It’s a useful herb for anyone suffering from lack of energy and mental clarity.
Rooibos Vitality Booster
If you’re looking for a healthy infusion, look no further than rooibos tea. Rooibos contains its own unique polyphenol called Aspalathin, full of antioxidants that are responsible for this tea’s health-boosting properties.
Star of the Show
Star Anise has a sweet, uplifting licorice aroma and flavor. It is used in both sweet and savory cooking, from muffins to 5-Spice Chicken. But this star-shaped spice is also an adaptogen with its own powerful restorative and antioxidant benefits.
Ingredients
- 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp raw cacao powder
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 2 packets Pique Chaga Energy Elixir
- 1 packet Rooibos Vitality Elixir
- 1/8 tsp ground star anise
Instructions
- Heat almond milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat until steaming, about 5 minutes. Turn heat off. Whisk in cacao powder, honey, star anise, Chaga Energy Elixir, and Rooibos Vitality Elixir until thoroughly combined. Pour into a 32-ounce jar and refrigerate until chilled, 2-3 hours.
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Chaga Energy Elixir
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