This AIP peppermint hot chocolate is infused with hidden bone broth powder for a gut-loving, rich and delicious hot chocolate that is paleo, dairy-free and so delicious.
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This Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect warming, festive drink that is so easy to make. I love sneaking bone broth powder into my baked goods and smoothie bowls for extra protein, and in this hot chocolate it really amps up the nutrition. No, it won’t taste like bone broth, but your gut will thank you!
This AIP elimination stage compliant drink is made using roasted carob powder. If you have reintroduced or can tolerate cacao, feel free to substitute raw cacao powder. I’ve topped this with homemade AIP marshmallows, but some whipped coconut cream is a great substitute.
Here’s what you’ll need for this AIP Peppermint Hot Chocolate:
- roasted carob powder (sub raw cacao powder for non-AIP option)
- maple syrup
- bone broth powder (beef or chicken)
- full fat, additive free coconut milk
- pinch of sea salt
- pure vanilla extract
- peppermint extract (check ingredients to ensure it’s AIP compliant)
- AIP marshmallows (optional)
Peppermint Hot Chocolate FAQs
Where can I get AIP marshmallows?
Make your own with this easy recipe or purchase some here.
Can I substitute the peppermint?
If you can’t tolerate peppermint, feel free to omit it. You can substitute with extra vanilla extract for an equally as delicious hot chocolate.
Can I make this coconut-free?
Full fat, additive free coconut milk makes this drink really creamy and lends a beautiful, thick texture. I haven’t tried any alternative milks myself.
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AIP Peppermint Hot Chocolate (paleo, dairy free)
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
Description
This AIP peppermint hot chocolate is infused with hidden bone broth powder for a gut-loving, rich and delicious hot chocolate that is paleo, dairy-free and so delicious.
Ingredients
- 2.5 TBSP toasted carob powder (sub raw cacao powder for non-AIP)
- 1 TBSP bone broth powder (chicken or beef)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract (or more if desired)
- pinch of sea salt
- 2 TBSP maple syrup
- 2 cups full fat, additive free coconut milk
Instructions
- To a medium saucepan add carob powder, bone broth powder, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, sea salt and maple syrup.
- Turn stove to medium heat and whisk to combine ingredients.
- Slowly add in coconut milk in 1/4 cup increments, whisking to fully combine between each addition.
- Bring to a low boil. Taste and adjust with more peppermint extract and/or maple syrup if desired.
- Pour into mugs and top with AIP marshmallows or coconut whipped cream (optional)
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
Keywords: AIP, paleo, hot chocolate, carob, peppermint, holiday drink, bone broth
What brand is your peppermint extract?
McCormick. Alcohol-free is not required according to the updated AIP guidelines by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne but ensure your product doesn’t contain “natural flavors”
What brand of toasted carob powder do you use?
Hello! I use bob’s red mill!
Could you use gelatin or collagen powder instead of bone broth powder? Or I have liquid bone broth?
Excited to try this recipe!
You can definitely substitute collagen or liquid bone broth – just reduce the coconut milk accordingly!
What bone broth powder do you use?
Organika beef bone broth powder! I love the chicken too!