NWW’s High Protein Hot Chocolate

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups of milk of choice (I recommend Fairlife 1%)
  • 2 medium Medjool dates
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 1 scoop of Momentous Protein Powder (Use code WendiIrlbeck for 15% off) *See what to look for in a protein powder in my previous recovery blog HERE.
  • Pinch of sea salt

Directions:

  • Heat in a saucepan the milk, cocoa, cinnamon, dates, and sea salt. Whisk to combine and let it boil, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Blend the protein power into the mixture until smooth.
  • Pour into your favorite holiday mug or NWW mug, add your favorite topping (perhaps a little Greek yogurt or whipped cream) and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

  • 362 calories
  • 7 g fat
  • 45 g carbs
  • 41 g protein

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