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Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

By: Thomas Published: 7 Jan, 20 Updated: 24 Nov, 21 10 Comments

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5 from 2 votes
Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

I recently realized I didn't have a single recipe for hot chocolate here. How is that even possible?

Time to fix that with this extra creamy, thick, and buttery chai hot chocolate! The perfect drink to enjoy under a warm blanket this winter!

Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

We start by simmering whole spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom pods in almond milk. I chose to go with whole spices for a fresher and stronger flavor. You want to let the almond milk simmer for at least 5 minutes so it is infused with the spices.

To sweeten, we use coconut sugar that also adds a subtle caramel flavor. Maple syrup will work great if you don't have coconut sugar on hand.

Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

Next, we have cacao powder and salt. Salt takes this hot chocolate to the new level, making it kind of addicting, so don't leave it out!

Finally, we stir in cashew butter to bring creaminess as well as a delicate nuttiness that works incredibly well with the chocolate and the chai spices. A dash of vanilla for extra flavor and we are good to go!

Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

This easy to make hot chocolate is super creamy, not too sweet, and makes the perfect sweet treat to have on a cozy afternoon!

Not feeling like having chocolate? Leave it out for a delicious (caffeine-free) Salted Chai Cashew Butter Latte!

Let me know in the comments if you try this recipe!

Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

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Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate

5 from 2 votes
Author: Thomas
Extra creamy, nutty, and dairy-free hot chocolate infused with chai spices! Naturally sweetened, sweet and salty, and ready in 10 minutes!
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Prep Time : 5 minutes mins
Cook Time : 10 minutes mins
Total Time : 15 minutes mins
Servings 2 servings
Calories 257 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoon coconut sugar
  • 1 cinnamon bark
  • ½- inch fresh ginger sliced
  • 6 cardamom pods slightly crushed
  • 2 tablespoon cacao powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 tablespoon roasted cashew butter
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
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Instructions
 

  • Add the almond milk, coconut sugar, cinnamon bark, ginger, and cardamom to a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Next, using a slotted spoon, remove the whole spices and discard.
  • Add the cacao powder and salt to the saucepan and heat for another 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly to dissolve the cacao powder. Lower the heat to low-medium and stir the cashew butter and vanilla extract. Heat for another 2 minutes, whisking constantly. Remove from heat.
  • At this point, if you want a nice foam, transfer to a blender and blend for about 10 seconds.
  • Divide into two mugs, sprinkle with cinnamon and serve hot!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 257 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25.7 g | Protein: 9.2 g | Fat: 18.5 g | Fiber: 7.4 g | Sugar: 9 g
Course : Drinks
Cuisine : American
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  1. Pierre Skene

    January 07, 2020 at 7:59 pm

    Bien hâte d'essayer cela.

    Reply
  2. Milan

    January 08, 2020 at 1:07 am

    This sounds absolutely divine. Going to make my roasted cashew butter now 🙂

    Reply
    • Thomas

      January 08, 2020 at 10:50 am

      Thanks Milan!

      Reply
  3. Kayla

    January 09, 2020 at 3:01 pm

    Oh my goodness. Next time I need something delicious and indulgent, I’m definitely making this!

    Reply
  4. FOOD HEAL

    January 10, 2020 at 3:48 am

    Sounds delicious and easy to make. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  5. Sara

    February 01, 2020 at 9:57 am

    5 stars
    Delicious and comforting. I used a mixture of hazle nuts-cashew-almond-butter - it was amazing.

    Thank you 🙂

    Reply
    • Thomas

      February 02, 2020 at 6:24 am

      Great! Sounds like an amazing combination!

      Reply
  6. Merrilee

    February 23, 2020 at 10:51 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! This is really yummy! I didn't have cashew butter, so used the almond butter that I had on hand! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Thomas

      February 28, 2020 at 11:02 am

      Thanks for your feedback Merrilee! 🙂

      Reply

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