Spiced Hot Cacao

This recipe is adapted from mynewroots. Raw cacao and maca powder are huge super foods, as well as the spices that are added to this unique drink. Cacao has more antioxidant flavonoids than any other food. Cacao promotes cardiovascular health and protects from environmental and metabolic toxins. Cacao also raises neurotransmitters in our brains to create a more positive mood and is full of essential minerals. Maca is thought to increase energy and libido, as well as regulate hormones. Maca also provides an abundance of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. 

Spiced Hot Cacao

2 T raw cacao

1/2 T maca powder

1 1/2 T coconut sugar

pinch ginger powder

pinch cinnamon

pinch cayenne pepper
pinch Himalayan salt 

1 1/2 cups water
whipped coconut cream (optional)

Boil water on stove. Mix everything except water in a separate bowl with a wire whisk.  Add mixture to  water and stir until combined well. Serve with a dollop of whipped coconut cream on top if desired.