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Spiced Dandelion Mocha

Looking for a morning pick me up without the coffee jitters? This Spiced Dandelion Mocha combines the rich, roasted flavour of dandelion root with antioxidant rich cocoa, a source of magnesium, and warming spices like cinnamon, ginger and cardamom. A delicious alternative to your morning coffee, with ingredients traditionally used to support digestion and a more gentle caffeine boost!

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Ingredients

  • 1 organic roasted dandelion root tea bag (Traditional Medicinals)
  • 1 cup (250 mL) boiled water
  • ¼ cup elmhurst cashew milk, or milk of your choice
  • 1 tbsp organic cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp pure organic maple syrup, adjust to taste
  • ⅛ tsp of ceylon cinnamon powder
  • ⅛ tsp vanilla paste or alcohol free vanilla extract
  • Pinch of ginger powder
  • Pinch of cardamom powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • To Serve: Whip cream (optional)
Servings 1 serving
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 to 15 minutes (for steeping)
Total Time 15 to 20 minutes
  1. In your serving cup add your dandelion root tea bag and boiling water. Cover the cup and steep for 10-15min.
  2. In a separate cup or a small pot, whisk together the milk with the rest of the ingredients. Heat on the stovetop or microwave. Mix well, and add to the dandelion root tea. Stir and enjoy with your favourite whip cream!