Gluten-Free Recipes for Drinks
Hot Chocolatey Cocoa
November 28, 2017Hot Chocolatey Cocoa
Courtesy of Enjoy Life
Makes 2 – 6 oz. cups
Ingredients:
- 1/4 C. Enjoy Life Foods Mini Chips
- 3 T. sugar
- 1 1/2 T. cocoa powder
- 1/8 t. vanilla
- 12 oz. rice milk (or milk alternative of your choice)
Directions:
Microwave Directions:
- Mix all ingredients.
- Heat in microwave for 30 second, stir. Continue heating and stirring until boiling.
- Let cool to your desired temperature and enjoy.
Stovetop Directions:
- Mix all ingredients.
- Stir constantly, heat over medium/low heat until boiling.
- Let cool to your desired temperature and enjoy.
Optional Recipe Variation: Top with marshmallows or whip-cream. If you love chocolate, dribble a few Mini Chips on top for an extra chocolatey taste!
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TAGS: DAIRY-FREE, VEGETARIAN, VEGAN, HOLIDAY, FOR KIDS, DRINKS, DESSERT
Trinidad Cocoa Tea
December 12, 2016
Courtesy of Scharffen Berger
Ingredients:
Chocolate Mix:
- 2 (3 oz.) bars Scharffen Berger 82% Cacao Extra Dark Chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp. ground bay leaf
- 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
For each serving:
- Boiling water
- 2 Tbsp. cocoa mix (above)
- Whole milk and heavy cream to taste
- Drop of gluten-free vanilla extract
Directions:
- Combine the ingredients for the chocolate mix and store in a glass jar with a tight lid.
- To make individual servings of cocoa tea, boil 1 cup of water and add 2 tablespoons of the cocoa mix. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Add milk, heavy cream and vanilla extract to taste.
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Coconut Almond Hot Mocha
December 2, 2013Coconut Almond Hot Mocha
Courtesy of Thai Kitchen
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Makes 7 (1 cup) servings.
Ingredients:
- 1 can Thai Kitchen Coconut Milk
- 4 oz. gluten-free semi-sweet baking chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp. gluten-free vanilla extract
- 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. almond extract
- 5 cups hot brewed coffee
- Gluten-free whipped cream and chocolate curls (optional)
Directions:
- Microwave coconut milk, chocolate and sugar in medium microwavable bowl on high 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in extracts.
- Stir into hot brewed coffee. Pour into serving cups. Top with whipped cream and chocolate curls, if desired.
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TAGS: FOR KIDS, DRINKS
Strawberry Smoothie
May 6, 2013Strawberry Smoothie
Courtesy of Thai Kitchen
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Makes 2 (1-cup) servings.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups frozen whole strawberries
- 2/3 cup Thai Kitchen Coconut Milk
- 5 Tbsp. agave nectar or honey
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
Directions:
- Place all ingredients in blender container. Cover.
- Blend on high speed until smooth. Serve immediately.
Thai Kitchen Alternative:
For a mango smoothie, prepare as directed, using 2 cups frozen mango chunks in place of the strawberries.
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TAGS: FOR KIDS, VEGETARIAN, VEGAN, DRINKS, DAIRY-FREE
Green Tea Latte
January 14, 2013Green Tea Latte
From Alyssa Rimmer of Queen of Quinoa
Ingredients:
- 1 bag of green tea
- ½ cup almond milk
- Boiling water
- Ground ginger
- Stevia/honey (for sweetness)
Directions:
- Fill a mug of the way full with boiling water. Add the tea bag and steep for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, warm the milk in a milk frother, until hot to the touch. Add the milk to the green tea, stir in sweetener and top with foam.
- Sprinkle with ground ginger.
- Serve immediately.
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TAGS: DRINKS
Coconut Eggnog
November 26, 2012Coconut Eggnog
Courtesy of Thai Kitchen
Ingredients:
- 6 egg yolks
- 6 Tbsp. sugar
- 4 cups Thai Kitchen Coconut Milk, divided
- 1/2 cup brandy or rum, or to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Ground nutmeg
Directions:
- Mix egg yolks and sugar in medium saucepan with wire whisk until well blended. Add 2 cups of the coconut milk; mix well. Cook on medium-low heat until mixture reaches 140°F to 145°F, stirring constantly. The mixture will thicken and coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat. Add remaining 2 cups coconut milk; mix well.
- Refrigerate until chilled. Add brandy or rum to taste. Serve eggnog in a festive bowl. Top with whipped cream, if desired. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
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Strawberry Coconut Smoothie
June 11, 2012Strawberry Coconut Smoothie
Courtesy of Thai Kitchen
Ingredients:
- 2 cups frozen whole strawberries
- 2/3 cup Thai Kitchen Coconut Milk
- 6 tablespoons agave nectar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions:
1. Place all ingredients in blender container; cover. Blend on high speed until smooth.
2. Pour into tall glasses. Serve immediately.
Mango Smoothie: Prepare as directed, using 2 cups frozen mango chunks in place of the strawberries.
Nutrition Information Per Serving: 410 Calories, Fat 14g, Protein 1g, Carbohydrates 70g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 28mg, Fiber 2g
To learn more about coconut milk, including 4 other ways to incorporate this ingredient into your gluten-free cooking: 1 Ingredient, 5 Ways
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TAGS: DRINKS, DESSERT
Thai Iced Tea
March 19, 2012Thai Iced Tea
Courtesy of Thai Kitchen
Ingredients:
- 6 black tea bags
- 4 cups boiling water
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- Crushed ice or ice cubes
Directions:
1. Steep tea bags in boiling water 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in condensed milk and sugar until dissolved.
2. To serve, pour into tall glasses filled with crushed ice or ice cubes. Drizzle with additional condensed milk, if desired.
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Banana Coconut Smoothie
June 13, 2011Banana Coconut Smoothie
Courtesy of Thai Kitchen
Serves 2.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup Thai Kitchen Coconut Milk
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1/2 cup pineapple or orange juice
Directions:
1. PLACE all ingredients in blender container; cover. Blend on high speed until smooth.
2. POUR into tall glasses. Serve immediately.
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