Ingredients

⅓cupwater

⅓cupunsweetened cocoa powder

pinchsalt

½cupmaple syrup

1tbspvanilla

½tbspespresso powder,optional

1cupmilk,(per person), like coconut milk, almond milk, dairy milk or other favorite milk

sweetener,of choice, like maple syrup or honey, optional

coconut whipped cream,optional

dark chocolate shavings,optional

Preparation

Bring the water to a boil in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Place the cocoa powder and salt in a heat-proof bowl and pour the boiling water over top. Whisk until combined, then let sit for 5 minutes.

Add the maple syrup, vanilla, and espresso powder. Stir to combine.*

Warm the milk, 1 cup or so per person, in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Transfer to a mug and stir in 2 tablespoons of syrup per cup. Taste and add additional syrup or sweetener, if desired.

Serve and enjoy!