December brings festive cheer, twinkling lights, maybe seasonal movies and nights by the fire – but also darker days and the temptation of sugary indulgences. A mug of hot chocolate is almost synonymous with the festive season; it’s certainly a drink that gets phenomenal press at this time of year. Every café worth its salt has a special Christmas-themed hot chocolatey beverage. Some with alcohol, many with just a multitude of perversions of chocolate. While these types of Christmas treats are part of the joy, they can leave us feeling sluggish and craving balance. That’s why we’ve created a healthier hot chocolate option to keep you warm, satisfied, and energised this season.
Our Indulgent Gingerbread Hot Chocolate is made with raw cacao powder, which offers a wealth of benefits beyond just a delicious drink. Packed with nutrients and unique compounds, cacao can elevate your mood, sharpen your focus, and even promote relaxation – but timing your cacao intake can impact how you experience these effects.
Cacao boasts a natural stimulant called theobromine. Compared to caffeine, theobromine provides a gentler, more sustained energy boost without the jitters or the dreaded crash. However, for those with a heightened sensitivity to stimulants, even this milder effect can disrupt sleep patterns. I often drink cacao, but if it’s late in the evening, I will eliminate the raw chocolate element of my drink, as it can keep me awake, and I just have some delicious cacao collagen powder with ginger and cinnamon stirred into either oat, cashew or full-fat Jersey milk. My favourite cacao comes from this company: Espiritu Cacao.
Our Indulgent Gingerbread Hot Chocolate combines the comforting flavours of winter spices with powerhouse ingredients that nourish your body and keep your energy balanced.
Here’s why you’ll love it:
- Gut-loving collagen powder: Stabilises blood sugar levels and supports gut health.
- Nutrient-rich cacao: Packed with magnesium, iron, and fibre for a nutritious twist on a classic treat.
- Healing winter spices: Anti-inflammatory cinnamon and ginger help balance blood sugar and ward off winter bugs.
Indulgent yet packed with benefits, this frothy hot chocolate is perfect for curling up on the sofa, wrapping gifts, or enjoying a quiet moment amidst the festive hustle.
Download the recipe and try it for yourself and let us know how you customise yours!
