On those blustery winter days, cozy up under a warm blanket with a good book and a mug of Healing Tahini Hot Chocolate. This healthy cocoa recipe is gluten-free, vegan, paleo, keto, and top 8 allergen free. This winter beverage with healing spices like turmeric will warm the body, mind, and soul!
My friends! It's 2017! We have all been freshly given the opportunity to embark on a perfectly untouched new year! Even if we say we don't do goals or resolutions, I know it's hard to actually 100% banish that mindset when we're bombarded with NEW YEAR, NEW YOU! I never say I "make goals or resolutions", but I always think of things I want to have happen or hopefully do.
I mean, come on now, everyone does it! Even if someone says they are "anti-goal", you know there are still little hopes and dreams floating around in their heads! We aren't immune, I know I'm not immune! But that's okay! We don't have to go around declaring these big lofty goals to the world. We can still make subtle small tweaks and changes as the new year begins, that only we know and keep to ourselves. And I know. "You don't have to wait for the new calendar year to start (or stop) a new habit or form a new goal. You can do it right now, this minute!" But come on...it's way more fun and motivating to make a change starting January 1st!
So, I know your dirty little secret. I know you've made a goal, wish, hope, resolution. I know 😉 I feel like there are 2 camps to this debate. The "YES GOALS AND RESOLUTIONS" camp and the "STOP THE SILLY MADNESS AND INEVITABLE FAILURE!" camp. But I'm here to tell you that it's okay! Goals and resolutions in the new year are fun! We've commercialized every "holiday" and the new year has not been untouched by the glamor of goal-setting. It's fun, so this year I'm telling you to keep those goals and resolutions, secret or shouted to the world! You go get it! And now, to get you started on a great new year, let's say cheers to this healing tahini hot chocolate that's loaded with turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, tahini, cocoa, and love! Gluten-free, vegan, paleo, keto, "Whole 30 approved" (if that's one of your goals!), and allergy-friendly. A perfect cozy mug full of hope and love!
More Healthy Winter Beverages:
- Vegan White Hot Chocolate
- 3-Ingredient Instant Vegan Hot Chocolate Mix
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Homemade Apple Cider
- Homemade Vegan Eggnog
Healing Tahini Hot Chocolate
Healing Tahini Hot Chocolate
On those blustery winter days, cozy up under a warm blanket with a good book and a mug of Healing Tahini Hot Chocolate. This healthy cocoa recipe is gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and top 8 allergen free. This winter beverage with healing spices like turmeric will warm the body, mind, and soul!
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk
- ¼ Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 2 TB Tahini (make sure it's room-tempeture and liquidy)
- 2 Tsp Stevia (2-4 Packets)
- 1 Tsp Turmeric
- 1 Tsp Cinnamon
- 1 Tsp Ginger
- Toasted Sesame Seeds (to top, optional)
- Chocolate Chips (to top, optional)
Instructions
- Bring the milk to a low boil in a large pot on the stove.
- Add in the other ingredients and stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and serve! Top with sesame seeds and chocolate chips if desired!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Another thing I want to add. I'm not going to go out of my way to flow with the trend of "POST ALL THE ULTRA-HEALTHY RECIPES JANUARY". Obviously, Strength and Sunshine recipes are healthy, but I would kill you with a bunch of salads 😉 I'll give you things like this healthy tahini hot chocolate instead! A healthy indulgence for those long, cold, winter days ahead! (I wish I could make a resolution to end all freezing winters...) Alas, this will be my remedy!
So tell me:
+ What camp do you fall in? Are you "in the middle" like me?
+ Come on...tell me your resolution!
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Create With Joy
Love this remake of my favorite comfort drink!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Erlene Amat
I'm not a big one resolutions at the beginning of the year, but I do try to make small changes/goals when needed. Tahini isn't something I would have ever thought to add into cocoa. Can you taste the sesame flavor?
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahaha....
Erlene Amat
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Miz Helen
I can't wait to give this a try, it looks so comforting.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It definitely is!
Liz W.
Oh my, this sounds so intriguing!! I'm going to have to try it 🙂 My resolution for the New Year is to make healthy choices - managing my time better, eating better, lose weight.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you! Let me know!
Nikki Frank-Hamilton
It's so cold right now, this looks like what I need to warm up from the inside out! Turmeric and ginger added to the cocoa sounds divine! A proper grown up treat! Happy New Year Rebecca!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This will bring all the cozy feels!
Melissa Ruddy
Never had Tahini in hot chocolate. Sound like it has some kick to it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Ha, no, tahini isn't...spicy...
Chrissa - Physical Kitchness
Small, attainable changes are where it's at!!! I am totally in love with your take on hot chocolate. Tahini is my favvvvv!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You said it!
Tahini is love!
Leslie
This sounds so exotic and cozy! I also like that I can feel healthy while enjoying a treat! Pinning to try soon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome! Let me know when you try it 🙂
Lowanda J
Sounds delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition
Such a cool idea to use tahini!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's my favorite!
nadia
Whether we like it or not, I think we all make goals and resolutions subconsciously when the new year comes around 😛 This looks absolutely amazing Rebecca! I'm surprised I haven't made anything like this yet. To me tahini and chocolate are everything!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They are EVERYTHING! xoxo
Marla Gates
HI Rebecca,
Hot chocolate in any form is such comforting warming drink to get rid of the Winter blues.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes it is!
Sahana
This is such a unique combination I have never heard of. Sounds great.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Vicki Montague
Yum!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Lol!
Dan
My oldest son has a horrible chest cold right now, I'm totally going to be trying this for him!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
He'll be grateful for some of this!
Tiffany
This looks so great! Never, ever thought of tahini in hot cocoa before but I have a big jar in the pantry ready for this recipe, thanks! xo Tiffany
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Tons of hot chocolate in your future!
Lisa Pomerantz
You are bookmarked and ready to be tried! As soon as I get some tahini! I love the sound of this! TY!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Fabulous! Let me know when you do!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite
I love hot chocolate! Tahini is a great combo with chocolate too so I bet this is delish!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! One of my fav combos!
Cathy
I was just looking for this recipe. Am adding it to my clean eating repertoire because I LOVE hot chocolate. Making it tonight because it's cold!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Let me know how you like it!
Cathy
Made it last night. Delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I'm so glad! Thank you, Cathy!
Sharon @ Bit of the Good Stuff
Happy New Year Rebecca! This drink looks just perfect for this cold month. I've never put tahini in a hot choc before, so I can't wait to give it a try!
I'm still deliberating on goals/resolutions for this year. There are definitely aspects of my life that I want to 'tweak' and improve on, so I guess now is a good opportunity to set the wheels in motion otherwise I'll just keep repeating old habits 😉
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It sure is! Little small steps!
Elaine @ Dishes Delish
I'm with you on not going with the hype about resolutions! Every year I just try to be a better me! 🙂 I love this recipe. I never would have thought to put tahini in it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
And that is exactly what you should strive for!
Anjali @ Vegetarian Gastronomy
I love making tahini-based mochas, so I know i'll love this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O, perfect!
Megan - The Emotional Baker
This is such a fun twist on the classic hot chocolate. I'm making a goal to drink more drinks like this in 2017 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, that's a good goal 😉
Marie from The Interior Frugalista
I am totally intrigued by this hot chocolate recipe! I enjoy most of the ingredients separately but I'm very curious how they all taste combined into a hot drink. Pinning to share but also to bookmark because I MUST try this recipe - thank you 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well, we should always combine great things together to make them extra great 😉
jodie filogomo
This recipe is the best idea ever!! We love to have hot chocolate when it's cold out, and this sounds like a perfect way to make it more healthy!!
Thanks so much---I'm so glad I found this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Enjoy, Jodie! Let me know what you think of it!
Choclette
Turmeric milk is a regular here, but adding chocolate and tahini to it is truly inspired. I will have to try it.
I hope you had a good break and good luck with your 2017 goals 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You too, sweet friend!
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche
Wow I would never have thought of using tahini in hot chocolate! It sounds like a beautiful combination though.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I just love it!
Lane & Holly @ With Two Spoons
I'm right in the middle-just like you. Goals are great but I usually don't live and die by them!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Exactly!
Farrah
Why is it already 2017!?!
I think I actually have all the ingredients necessary to make this, so I'm super excited to try it out! :D! Thanks for the awesome recipe! <3
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yay! Awesome!!!
Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine
I love all the ingredients in this Rebecca. I have been making a lot of almond milk hot cocoa lately 🙂 I agree with you-- it's good to make goals and "resolutions" all of the time- even if you don't make every goal (who does?!), you are always moving forward towards what you want.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! Always haveing a "direction", even if it's small, is the way to live!
Harriet Emily
This looks so delicious Rebecca! I've never tried chocolate with tahini before, it sounds amazing! I love hot chocolate too, so I can't wait to try this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
What!? I'm sure YOU have!
Chloe
This hot chocolate sounds amazing and I love that it's healthy! Definitely something I'd want to try! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well, let me know if you do! xo
Sarah- A Whisk and Two Wands
I would have never thought to add tahini to hot cocoa! Can't wait to give it a try.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You'll love it!
Aish Das-Padihari
Ah! Never imagined Tahini in hot chocolate. Sounds interesting.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's fantastic!
jules
I love the idea of this recipe -can't wait to try it! Hot cocoa is too sweet for my tastes, so this one sounds just right!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This is super mellow in sweetness!
Kirsty Hijacked By Twins
Oooh this sounds so good! It would be perfect on a cold winters day.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The exact weather I'm experiencing 😉
Alisa @ Go Dairy Free
Wow, this definitely wins the healthiest hot chocolate EVER award. I'm so intrigued by these flavors.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Tahini and chocolate are one of my favorite combos!
Kelly
What could be better than a mug of hope and love?? Looks amazing. Happy new year!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I'm not sure what could be 😉
Nutrimom
This looks amazing! So warm and cozy!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Deborah
Wow this looks amazing! It would be perfect for a cold snowy day, I love tahini!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Tahini is the best!
Chandice Probst
What a great way to still enjoy a "treat" but with a better for your body group on ingredients!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's a perfect way to fuel up too!
Megan | Allergy Free Alaska
LOL! I totally agree with you! I'm middle of the road, too. I like having goals... but I try to make mine realistic ones, so I don't automatically set myself up to fail. This year I'm really focusing on getting in shape. I started running in August, then Beach Body on Demand right before Christmas. My plan (and hope) is to continue to work out regularly... maybe by summertime I'll actually be a little bit more toned! This is the first time I've every worked out for this amount of time (due to health issues, I've always struggled).
And tahini in chocolate for a healthy boost! HECK YES!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well keep it up Megan! Sounds like you've already laid down fantastic foundations for success!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day
I love hot chocolate! I definitely want to try your recipe. I just bought some tahini, so I think I have everything!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A cozy beverage for tonight!
J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all
I agree with you. How can you not have at least a fresh perspective on things come a new year?!? I love having a "restart" once a year. I am also loving this hot chocolate! And to top it off, it's healthy! Sign me up!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! It just feels good to know you CAN make it something new and fresh!
Starr
Sounds amazing! I love combining tahini and chocolate!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They are one of my favorite matches!
Raia
I honestly probably would have never thought of this combo - but I love it! Tahini is one of my favorite condiments, and you pretty much can't go wrong combining something with chocolate. 😉 Great recipe! I can't wait to try it. 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It makes it so extra creamy and cozy!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious
Whoa...tahini and turmeric? I need to try this! Looks so cozy.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Of course!
dixya @food, pleasure, and health
i have tried a very similar salad dressing with tahini + turmeric but the addition of cocoa power to make a warm beverage sounds very therapeutic! happy 2017 dear 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Obviously this would be terrible on salad...
Platter Talk
Very interesting recipe drink. I will try. A client of mine mixes up something similar but drinks cold.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks for letting us know.
Cricket Plunkett
This recipe looks good for the soul!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It sure is!
Amy
I am definitely not anti-goal. I love making New Year's resolutions! This hot chocolate is so different from what I'm used to but it sounds like a great way to start the new year!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That's great!
I think it will put you on to a great track for the year!
Chrystal @ Gluten-Free Palate
I'm always looking for healthy new ways to enjoy hot chocolate. Thank you!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Such a cozy drink!
Courtney
Such an intriguing combination! It looks so warm and wonderful-- perfect for making this weather a little cozier! 🙂
No firm resolutions here, just trying for more happiness and less stress! 😉
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is so needed on this freezing rain Monday!
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner
Never would have thought of that combo!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's delicious!
Linda @ Veganosity
I've never been a resolution person, but this year I've actually set a few. Why not challenge myself? This healing hot chocolate looks so good. I made hot cocoa for my family last night, too bad I didn't see this sooner. Happy New Year! I hope you have an amazing year, my friend. 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Sounds good, Linda! You're always up for a challenge you can concur 😉
rachel @ Athletic Avocado
I don't really have a resolution lol but I'm trying to love others more! But love the sound of this hot chocolate and the addition of tahini! I just ordered some off of Iherb and I can't wait till it comes 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Oooo well you can show the love by making everyone hot chocolate!