Homemade healthy chocolate

Ingredients

• 100 ml coconut oil or cocoa butter

• 40 g unsweetened cocoa powder or raw cacao

• 60 ml pure maple syrup or raw honey

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of Himalayan pink salt

• Optional: chia seeds, nuts, maca or ashwagandha

Method

• Gently melt coconut oil using a double boiler.

• Sift cocoa powder to remove lumps.

• Whisk cocoa into melted oil until smooth.

• Add sweetener, vanilla, and salt.

• Mix in optional superfoods.

• Pour into moulds and freeze for 20–30 minutes.

• Store refrigerated.

Benefits

• Rich in flavonoids that support cardiovascular health

• Provides healthy fats for sustained energy

• Lower glycaemic load compared to commercial chocolates

Who Can Eat It

• Adults and children above 5 years

• Individuals avoiding refined sugar

Ideal For

• Healthy dessert alternative

• Controlled indulgence in weight management plans

Best Time to Consume

• Mid-meal snack or post-lunch sweet