Vintage inspired clear glass mugs with spoons linked here
Recently while perusing Pinterest looking for more recipes that I can include bone broth on I came upon definitely the weirdest one I thought I’d ever see – bone broth hot chocolate! The more I thought about it though I realized hey, that is actually a great idea. It kind of seems like a perfect match with the benefits of collagen in a cozy, chocolatey drink. It’s exciting to know that with each sip, I could support my skin, joints, and overall wellness without sacrificing flavor.
If you’re looking for a dairy free version here is a great recipe for dairy free bone broth hot chocolate.
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Benefits of Bone Broth
I don’t know if you’re on the bone broth train or not yet but wow there are so many benefits to consuming it. Here are just a few that I can think of off the top of my head.
- Rich in Collagen: Supports skin elasticity, joint health, and gut lining.
- High in Nutrients: Contains essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
- Anti-Inflammatory: Amino acids like glycine and arginine help reduce inflammation.
- Aids Digestion: Gelatin in bone broth can help repair the gut lining, promoting digestive health.
- Supports Immune Function: Nutrients in bone broth strengthen immune defenses.
- May Improve Sleep: Glycine in bone broth has calming properties that can aid relaxation.
Benefits of Chocolate in Your Diet
And add in the benefits of chocolate.
- Heart Health: (Which is always on my mind after having some heart issues) May improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and reduce heart disease risk.
- Also Rich in Antioxidants: Contains flavonoids that help fight oxidative stress.
- Mood Booster: Increases serotonin and endorphins, enhancing mood and reducing stress.
- Brain Function: May improve cognitive function due to its stimulants like caffeine and theobromine.
- Skin Health: Flavonoids may protect against sun damage and improve skin texture.
See what I mean? Bone broth hot chocolate is sounding like a very good idea now! Not to mention it’s a rich, warm and cozy drink for this season that I’m so excited to have a healthy version of.
What is Mexican Hot Chocolate?
Hot chocolate is great and all but I decided this bone broth version was the perfect one to make in the Mexican style. Mexican hot chocolate is the same rich, flavorful hot chocolate but usually made with cacao, sugar, cinnamon, and sometimes spices like nutmeg or chili.
Ingredients Needed to Make Bone Broth Mexican Hot Chocolate
To make this you’ll need:
- bone broth (chicken or beef – I’m using beef in this recipe)
- milk of your choice
- heavy whipping cream (makes this hot chocolate so creamy)
- cacao or cocoa powder
- maple syrup or honey to sweeten
- cinnamon powder
- cayenne powder
- sea salt (pink sea salt is great and very mineral rich)
- vanilla
Is Beef Broth the Same As Bone Broth?
The difference between bone broth and beef broth lies in their ingredients and cooking time. Bone broth is made by simmering bones (often with a little meat attached), water, and sometimes vegetables for an extended period—typically 12-24 hours—to extract nutrients like collagen, gelatin, and minerals from the bones. This results in a thick, nutrient-dense liquid.
In contrast, beef broth is usually made by simmering meat with bones for a shorter time, often just a few hours, and has a lighter texture and flavor with fewer nutrients from the bones.
How to Make
1 Add bone broth to a sauce pan and heat on medium.
2 Just before the bone broth starts to simmer add milk and heavy cream.
3 Add cocoa, cinnamon, cayenne, salt and vanilla.
4 Stir or whisk until blended smoothly.
5 Pour into your glass and top with homemade marshmallows or whip cream…or both 🙂
6 Sprinkle an additional pinch of the spices and sea salt over your drink and enjoy.
Bone Broth Mexican Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Bone broth I used beef
- 1/2 cup Milk of your choice I used whole A2 milk
- 1/2 cup Heavy whipping cream This is what makes this super creamy
- 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup or honey if preferred
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla
- 1 Tablespoon Cacao or cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Sea salt I use pink sea salt
Instructions
- Add bone broth to sauce pan and heat over medium heat.
- When the bone broth starts to simmer stir and add milk and heavy cream and stir again.
- Add maple syrup, cocoa powder, cinnamon, cayenne, sea salt and vanilla.
- Stir and or whisk until smooth and remove from heat.
- Pour in your favorite mug and top off with homemade marshmallows or whipped cream or both.
- Sprinkle a dusting of cinnamon, cayenne and sea salt over the top for added flavor and enjoy!
