Baby, it's cold outside ❄️ We're sharing six of our fave hot cocoa and steamer recipes! Fuel up with one of these cozy protein-packed bevs and stay warm!
Collagen Hot Cocoa
Makes 1 serving
110 calories / 4F / 3C / 11P
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 serving CSE Chocolate Silk Collagen + Beauty Blend
Toppings:
4 Tbs. spray whipped cream
1. Add the almond milk to a microwave-safe mug. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute. Add the collagen and mix with a milk frother. Heat for 20-30 seconds more, if needed. Top with whipped cream and enjoy!
Optional protein boost: Add ½ -1 serving CSE Unflavored Protein Powder when incorporating the collagen for an added 12-25 grams of protein.
Mint Hot Chocolate
Makes 1 serving
220 calories / 2F / 19C / 28P
1 cup fat-free milk
1 serving CSE Mint Chocolate Cookie Protein Powder
Toppings:
4 Tbs. spray whipped cream
Pinch of cocoa powder
1. Add the milk to a microwave-safe mug. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute. Add the protein powder and mix with a milk frother. Heat for 15-30 more seconds, if needed.
2. Top with whipped cream and cocoa powder. Enjoy!
Eggnog Steamer
Makes 1 serving
250 calories / 6F / 19C / 28P
1 cup milk (fat-free or skim)
3 Tbs. Nut Pods Holiday Nog Almond + Coconut Creamer
1 serving CSE Eggnog Protein Powder
Toppings:
3 Tbs. spray whipped cream
Pinch ground nutmeg
Pinch ground cinnamon
1. Add the milk to a microwave-safe mug. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute. Add the protein powder and creamer and mix with a milk frother. Heat for 20-30 seconds more, if needed.
2. Top with whipped cream and a pinch of nutmeg and cinnamon. Enjoy!
CSE Hot Chocolate
Makes 1 serving
245 calories / 2F / 25.5C / 30.5P
1 cup water
1 ½ servings CSE Chocolate Brownie Batter Protein Powder
Toppings:
¼ cup spray whipped cream
Side:
50g bananas
1. Add water to a mug and microwave for 1-2 minutes or until hot. Let cool for a couple minutes.
2. Add protein powder and whisk until smooth.
3. Top with whipped cream and enjoy the banana on the side.
White Chocolate Candy Cane Steamer
Makes 1 serving
235 calories / 6F / 23C / 21P
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
5g white chocolate chips
1 serving CSE White Chocolate Peppermint Protein Powder (Seasonal Flavor)
Toppings:
4 Tbs. spray whipped cream
1 candy cane
1. Add milk to a mug and heat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until hot. Add white chocolate chips and let cool for a couple of minutes before adding protein powder.
2. Add protein powder, then mix with a milk frother or whisk until smooth.
3. Top with whipped cream and use candy cane to stir.

Spiced White Hot Chocolate
Makes 1 serving
250 calories / 7F / 27.5C / 19P
1 cup fat-free milk
¼ tsp. pumpkin pie spice
¼ tsp. vanilla extract
½ serving CSE Simply Vanilla or Caramel Toffee Protein Powder
15g chocolate chips (white or vanilla)
Toppings:
4 Tbs. spray whipped cream
1 serving Walden Farms Caramel Syrup
1. In a small pot, combine milk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Whisk over medium-high heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in the white chocolate chips and protein powder. Stir until completely melted.
2. Pour into a cup and top with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel syrup and a dash of pumpkin pie spice and enjoy!