winter recipes

This cool summer time treat can also double as decadent winter comfort food.

Ice-cream lovers, health conscious individuals’, vegan enthusiasts’ this recipe is for you

INGREDIENTS

2 large scoops (approx. 150ml) cocoa flavoured ice cream

1 tbsp. cocoa powder

1 tsp. xylitol

1 tsp. vanilla extract

¼ tsp, ground cinnamon

½ tsp. ground cloves

1 cup unsweetened almond milk

METHOD

Step 1: Gently heat ice-cream on medium heat until soft and creamy Remove from heat

Step 2: Add almond milk, stir thoroughly and return to heat 

Step 3: Add remaining ingredients and allow to brew on low heat so that all flavours infuse, about 5 mins.

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Step 4: Pour into mug, top with a small scoop of cocoa flavoured ice-cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder, pecans and cacao.

AUTHOR:  IOL

Categories: Lifestyle