Collagen Ceremonial Cacao
- Katie Bateman
- Feb 11
- 3 min read
Updated: 4 days ago
Ceremonial cacao is more than just a delightful drink; And in my opinion should be added into every day as both a relaxing ritual and for it's incredible range of health benefits.
This recipe is skin, joint and gut loving, antioxidant rich decadence.
Method
Why you'll love it.
Raw, organic Cacao packs a powerful antioxidant hit but personally, my favourite reason for incorporating Cacao in my diet is the iron hit it provides. I don't eat much red meat and a Cacao a day keeps my iron levels in good shape. Whether you're seeking a comforting pick-me-up in the morning or a soothing evening indulgence, ceremonial cacao can offer a rich, velvety experience that nourishes both body and soul. I've levelled up this recipe with a powerful hit of high quality collagen. Collagen is one of my absolute favourite health supplements for it's of ease of use and it's huge range of health benefits. Shaklee's Collagen 9 is my fave for many reasons but in this particular recipe, it's high level of Vitamin C helps with the iron absorption so I get the full benefits from the Cacao. (You can check out Collagen 9 from the link in the recipe below.)
Top tip: Both Collagen and plant based Iron require Vitamin C for appropriate absorption and to get the greatest health benefits.
These are my top reasons for adding Collagen into your diet every day.
- Glowing, strong, healthy skin: Collagen enhances skin elasticity, hydration, and firmness. It also helps to reduce wrinkles and help with skin aging by boosting natural collagen production.
- Strengthens the gut lining: Collagen contains amino acids like glycine and glutamine, which help repair and strengthen the digestive tract.
- Prebiotic activity: Collagen peptides can act as a prebiotic, which can help regulate gut microbiota. This can reduce symptoms of metabolic diseases by producing short-chain fatty acids and branched-chain fatty acids.
- Reduces inflammation: Gut inflammation is linked to inflammation elsewhere in the body. Collagen can help reduce gut inflammation and keep conditions like leaky gut at bay.
- Improves digestive health: Collagen can help with digestive health by:
-Reducing bloating, stomach cramps, flatulence, and acid reflux
- Improving irregular bowel movements.
Enjoying a cup of this lush Collagen, ceremonial cacao is an incredible way to boost your health and a sure to uplift your mood and enhance mental clarity, thanks to its mood-boosting properties. It’s a wonderful way to reconnect with yourself and enjoy a moment of tranquility amidst the busyness of daily life.
Ingredients
1 tbs Ceremonial grade, cacao (Here's my fave)
220ml Milk of choice - I love low sugar almond milk.
30ml 80 degree celsius water
Optional extras.
Cinnamon
Organic, natural Peppermint extract
Organic, natural Orange extract
Method
Step 1
Heat water to 80 degrees celsius - This preserves that antioxidants in the cacao
Step 2
Scoop one tbs of cacao into a jug suitable for using a stick blender. Add one stick of Collagen 9 Collagen
Step 3
Pour 30ml of heated water over the cacao.
Step 4
Blitz the Cacao and water mixture. Add any extracts your using at this step.
Step 5
Heat your milk. I do this using the milk steamer on my barista style coffee machine. You can also microwave it or bring to a heat on the stove top. - Make sure the milk doesn't heat past 80 degrees celsius. If you're using the microwave or stove top methods you'll want to froth the milk once heated with either a frother or a stick blender.
Step 6
Combine the Cacao mixture and frothed milk in your favourite mug and enjoy.
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