Hemp Infused Holiday Drinks: Warm Up with Nutritious Sips
Warm up with a rich and creamy hemp hot chocolate that’s perfect for those cold winter evenings. This comforting drink is easy to make and full of nutrients!
Ingredients:
2 cups of milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons of hemp seed oil
2 tablespoons of maple syrup or sweetener of choice
A pinch of sea salt
Whipped cream or marshmallows for topping (optional)
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm (but not boiling).
Whisk in the cocoa powder, hemp seed oil, maple syrup, and sea salt until well combined.
Continue to heat for another minute, stirring constantly.
Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired. Enjoy your deliciously rich hemp hot chocolate!
2. Festive Hemp Smoothie
Kickstart your day with a vibrant and nutritious hemp smoothie that’s bursting with flavor and festive cheer.
Ingredients:
1 banana (fresh or frozen)
1 cup of spinach (fresh or frozen)
1 tablespoon of hemp protein powder
1 tablespoon of hemp seed oil
1 cup of almond milk (or milk of choice)
1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting the consistency with more milk or ice as needed.
Pour into a glass and sprinkle with extra cinnamon on top. Enjoy your healthy holiday smoothie!
3. Spiced Hemp Tea
For a soothing and aromatic drink, try a spiced hemp tea that combines the goodness of hemp with warm spices.
Ingredients:
2 cups of water
1 tablespoon of loose-leaf green tea (or 1 tea bag)
1 tablespoon of hemp seeds
1 cinnamon stick
1-2 slices of fresh ginger
Honey or sweetener to taste (optional)
A splash of hemp milk (optional)
Instructions:
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.
Add the green tea, hemp seeds, cinnamon stick, and ginger. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
Strain the tea into a cup and sweeten with honey if desired. For extra creaminess, add a splash of hemp milk.
Sip and enjoy the warm, soothing flavors of your spiced hemp tea!