Holiday Spiced Hot Chocolate

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and vanilla extract.

3. Slowly pour the cocoa mixture into the hot almond milk, whisking constantly until well combined.

4. Continue heating the hot chocolate for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until completely heated through.

5. Remove from heat and pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped coconut cream, a sprinkle of cocoa powder, and a cinnamon stick, if desired.

6. Serve immediately and enjoy!