7 Minutes In Saint Lucia: Cocoa Tea

cocoa beans

🥗Healthier: raw cacao

💰Cheaper: cocoa powder

Cocoa powder is easier to find and less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

vanilla

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence offers a more affordable flavor option.

Add 2.5 cups of water to a medium-sized pot with a cover.

Add 6 cocoa leaves, 68 whole cloves, half a vanilla bean, and 1/8 teaspoon of grated nutmeg to the pot.

Bring the water and spices to a boil to brew the flavors.

Add grated cocoa to the pot of simmering water.

Reduce heat and let it simmer until the cocoa melts.

Add 1 cup of evaporated milk and 0.5 cup of coconut milk to the pot.

Strain the mixture to remove spices and undissolved cocoa bits.

Serve hot, optionally adding spiced rum.

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