So, I know what you are thinking. Why would someone put bone broth in a cup of rich and delicious hot chocolate?? Because you cannot even taste the bone broth, and it adds a ton of nutritional benefit! That is why! I made this for the first time over Christmas and my kids devoured a whole cup in no time. My husband was a little more skeptical (because I made the mistake of telling him what it was) but in the end, he agreed it was really tasty as well!
Jump to RecipeBenefits of Bone Broth
Bone broth is full of vital nutrients for our bodies. The main one being collagen, the most abundant protein in our bodies. Bone broth is a great way to make sure you are getting all those amino acids. Bones are also full of calcium, magnesium, and phosphorous which are essential for our bodies. Not only that, but unlike many over the counter supplements today, bone broth also provides these nutrients in a form your body can actually absorb.
Bone broth can also aids in digestion and healing unhealthy guts. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, drinking broth regularly can improve digestion and strengthen the lining of the intestines. Bone broth can help with the growth of good bacteria in the gut which will help your body detox all the toxins that we are exposed to.
Our homemade bone broth recipe is super easy and will save you tons of money over purchasing bone broth in stores. If you are not up for making bone broth, Kettle and Fire has a great option!
Other Ingredients Needed
Besides bone broth, you will need a few other simple ingredients to make this delicious drink.
- Milk is the first ingredient needed. Though the controversy around milks health benefits seem to be never ending, milk has incredible benefits for us. Raw milk especially can provide beneficially enzymes, probiotics, bioavailable phosphorus, and proteins. To learn all about the amazing benefits of raw milk, make sure to check out our blog post about here.
- The next ingredient on the list is maple syrup. Maple syrup is a great alternative to sugar. Not only is it tasty, it provides lots of health benefits as well. It is high in antioxidants as well as vital nutrients like zinc, magnesium, calcium, and potassium. Just make sure you are buying PURE maple syrup, not the imitation stuff at the store!
- Cacao Powder is made from raw cacao beans and is less processed than cocoa powder. It has also been shown to improve focus and brain function as well as reducing the risk for heart disease.
How to Make Bone Broth Hot Chocolate
Making the bone broth hot chocolate is very easy and can be done in a few minutes after dinner. Making it a great bed time snack!
First, take your milk and bone broth and heat them together over medium heat. You do not need anything to be boiling, just want them to mix together and be warm. After the milk and bone broth are heated, add the remaining ingredients. Cinnamon is optional here but gives it a nice flavor if cinnamon is your thing! Heat these ingredients together. Then pour and serve! Simple as that.
Bone Broth Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup bone broth homemade or store bought
- 1 1/4 cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 4 tbsp cacao powder
- 1 tbsp vanilla
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the bone broth and milk over medium heat.
- Add in maple syrup, cacao powder, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir until combined and heated.
- Serve and enjoy!
