*Raw Hot Chocolate

Hot chocolate is one of those drinks that just screams warmth in the winter. It's always nice to indulge in a cup and cuddle up and watch a movie too. My mission was to create a raw hot chocolate that was guilt free but still delivered the same flavor. This was a definite success!
Yield: 1 serving
You will need:
-4 soaked medjool dates
-1 tablespoon raw carob powder (or cocoa)
-2 1/2 cups warm/boiled water
-Optional Topping: Banana Marshmallows (made by dehydrating 1/2" thick banana coins in the dehydrator at 115 degrees overnight)
Directions:
Blend all the ingredients together and enjoy with some banana marshmallows!

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