Rich, cozy and perfectly balanced, this protein hot chocolate feels like a treat while delivering more than just comfort. Made on the stovetop with cocoa powder, a pinch of salt and vanilla, it has a smooth, sippable texture and deep chocolate flavor. Finished off heat with Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Isolate Protein, it stays silky while adding an unflavored, unsweetened boost of collagen-rich protein with a complete amino acid profile.
Cozy Protein Hot Chocolate
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 96 kcal
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups milk of choice
- 1 scoop Codeage Grass-Fed Beef Isolate Protein
- 1 to 1-1/2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
- 1-2 Tbsp maple syrup honey, or allulose (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional: pinch of cinnamon
Optional toppings: mini marshmallows or whipped cream
Instructions
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In a small pot on medium-low heat, whisk together milk, cocoa powder, sweetener, salt and any spices. Heat until steaming, but don’t let boil.
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Reduce heat to low. While whisking, slowly sprinkle in beef isolate until fully dissolved and smooth.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Froth if desired, then pour into mug and serve.
Recipe Notes
- For mocha flavor: Add 1–2 tsp. instant espresso or a splash of brewed coffee while heating the milk.
- For spiced cozy cocoa: Add cinnamon plus a tiny pinch of nutmeg or cardamom.
- For peppermint hot cocoa: Stir in a few drops of peppermint extract off heat.
- Grab these ingredients and more from Codeage at Vitacost.
Nutrition Facts
Cozy Protein Hot Chocolate
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 96
Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 167mg7%
Potassium 162mg5%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 3IU0%
Calcium 185mg19%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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