i make a batch of this sweet, nutrient-rich + mood-boosting chocolate mylk twice a week + store it in my fridge so it’s always available for a quick breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. cacao is a great mood booster and full of anti-inflammatory properties + antioxidants, which are great for glowing skin. i add maca, which is known to increase libido + boost energy + reduce blood pressure + improves memory. pumpkin seeds contain their own magic so i throw in a handful of those for good measure.
6 medjool dates (soaked 4-8 hours or overnight)
3 tbs. raw pumpkin seeds
3 tbs. cacao powder
1/2 tsp. maca powder
4 tbs. cashew butter (unsweetened)
64 oz. water
1. using the 64 oz. water mentioned above, soak dates + pumpkin seeds in jar or bowl 4-8 hours. (this step makes a big difference as it helps extract sweetness from dates and activate seeds.)
2. pour dates + seeds with water into a high speed blender with cacao + maca + cashew butter and blend two minutes.
3. pour into mason jars and store in fridge up to three days.