Functional Turkish Delight Hot Chocolate

My favourite ritual as we ebb into the cooler months is experimenting with ingredients and creating functional hot chocolates. One I come back to time and time again is Turkish Delight-inspired. It contains ingredients that nourish your skin, gut and uplifts your mood. I hope it becomes your new favourite comfort drink to elevate your senses and promote a glow from the inside out.

Ingredients

• 1 cup organic milk of choice

• 1–2 tsp organic ceremonial cacao (or your preferred chocolate powder)

• 1 tbsp of organic collagen powder (I love using unflavoured Chief Collagen Protein Powder)

• 20 ml of organic edible rose water (I love the brand every bit organic raw)

• Raw organic honey to sweeten (optional)

• Dried organic rose petals, to garnish (optional)

Method

• Combine the collagen powder, rose water and ceremonial cacao or chocolate powder of choice in a mug until it creates a smooth paste

• Gently heat your milk in a small saucepan or using a steam wand over low to medium heat. Avoid boiling to preserve the nutrients.

• Slowly pour the milk into the paste, stirring continuously until fully dissolved and combine

• Taste and add honey if you prefer a touch of sweetness

• Pour into your favourite mug and finish with a sprinkle of rose petals