LOCALadk Magazine

Winter 2019 LOCALadk Magazine 29 LOCALadk The Adirondacks are a wonderful wintr y place where months go by with- out the temps rising above freezing. During these months we partake of hot beverages like hot chocolate or maple lattes that soothe our bodies' needs for high calories and sugar, but don't support us nutritionally. We at Green Goddess think there is a better way to satiate our bodies needs and promote wellness at the same time. Introducing three Superfood Hot Bev- erages! We ser ve them seasonally in the Loppet Lounge at Mt. Van Hoeven- berg and at our two locations in Lake Placid. Now we share them with you in the hope that you will take them to your next cold weather gathering or for a cozy morning pick-me-up. Wellness can be so rewarding! These recipes were created by Helene Green and Tammy Loewy. Mint Cacao Ingredients: 4 Tbsp cacao powder 4 Tbsp organic sugar 4 cups cashew milk or milk of choice 2 drops Doterra Peppermint essential oil or 1 tsp peppermint extract Whipped Cream 1 cup heavy whipping cream or 1 cup coconut cream 1 Tbsp sugar ½ tsp vanilla Topping—1 Tbsp cacao nibs Directions Place all ingredients in a medium pot, except the whipped cream and cacao nibs. Turn heat on me- dium and whisk the ingredients together as they warm. Heat till warm, but don't boil to retain the health benefits of the cacao. Whipped cream— (if using coconut cream, put can in the fridge before whipping). Put all ingre- dients in a mixer and beat with whisk attachment on high until soft peaks form. Ser ve warm mint cacao topped with whipped cream and cacao nibs. Health Benefits— Cacao is the raw version of co- coa. It retains all the vital nutrients of the cacao bean, which is referred to as the "food of the gods" in Mayan culture. Cacao can help with mood, digestion, and has vi- tal nutrients like magnesium and iron. Pepper- mint is uplifting and aids in digestion.

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