If you are looking for an alternative beverage to replace your coffee or tea, cocoa should be your choice. It is not only heathy but also the perfect fix for your mood. It also has a great flavor you won’t regret on.
To make hot brewed cocoa, you will need roasted cacao beans or cacao nibs. Cacao nibs are crushed and therefore easier to use. You can get roasted cacao beans and nibs from us. You can also buy raw beans and roast at the comfort of your home.
Here is a procedure you can follow to roast your cacao nibs:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- Spread your cacao beans or nibs in a baking tray
- Roast them in the oven for about 12 minutes or until they start smelling like brownies.
- Remove the cacao nibs from the oven and let them cool.
- To save some time, you can roast more cacao beans than you need at the moment
- After they have cooled completely, pound them slowly to look like coarse coffee grounds.
After you have broken your cacao beans to manageable grounds, it’s time to make that hot drink. Just like your regular coffee, it is easy to make this golden drink. You will need your cocoa, water, and sweetener or creamer (optional).
- Boil your water
- Add the ground cacao nibs to the water
- Allow them to mix while boiling for a minute
- Remove from heat
- Add your sweetener or creamer as desired
The amount of water and Cacao depends on how concentrated you want your drink. Adjust accordingly until you find your perfect mix. I use 1 tablespoon of cacao for 1 cup of water.
To enjoy the full benefits of cocoa, you need organic cacao. You will never miss on the flavor or heath benefits.