How To Make Traditional Jamaican Chocolate Tea

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and can add a nutty flavor.

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Carob powder is a caffeine-free alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: stevia

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cacao nibs are lower in sugar and higher in antioxidants.

Grate 1.5 pieces of fresh cocoa.

Grate 1/2 nutmeg into a bowl.

Add 1 cup of water to a saucepan and add the grated nutmeg and cinnamon leaves.

Wait until the flavors of the cinnamon leaves start releasing.

Blend the grated cocoa with 2 cups of water to make a chocolate mixture.

Once the cinnamon flavor has released, add the blended cocoa mixture to the saucepan.

Cover and let everything come together.

Add 2 cups of coconut milk to the mixture.

Sweeten the tea with sugar to taste and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Strain the tea to remove cocoa particles before serving.

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