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Iced Cacao, Watermelon, and Basil Drink

Name: Iced Cacao with Watermelon and Basil Drink
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Keith's Cacao Paste; 1 cup Oat milk; 3 cups Watermelon; 3 tbsp Basil (15 medium sized leaves); 1 tbsp Honey (or other sweetener of choice, such as dates, agave syrup, etc.); 1 cup Ice cubes

The classic summer fruit meets the world's finest Ceremonial Cacao for a refreshingly delicious 5-ingredient drink that's hydrating, healthy, and perfect for hot days in sun-kissed lands!

This cool beverage is made with nutrient-rich Keith's Cacao, fiber-packed oat milk, fresh watermelon, basil, and a natural sweetener of your choice.

What looks like a simple chocolate drink will have your taste buds explode with the first sip, as the sweet flavor of watermelon and the subtle peppery aroma of basil come forth - all wrapped in the velvety taste of Keith's Cacao!

With a high water content, watermelon is one of the most hydrating, thirst-quenching foods on the planet. It also boasts numerous nutrients, such as substantial amounts of vitamins A and C. And it pairs perfectly with Cacao!

Together they create a drink that is simple, refreshing, light, and perfect for sipping on any hot day. Rich and decadent, this is a drink that will not weigh you down. In fact, this healthy drink is an excellent option if you are on a weight loss journey.

Give it a try and let us know what you think!

Ingredients

Instructions

Ingredients

3 tbsp Keith's Cacao Paste
1 cup Oat milk
3 cups Watermelon
3 tbsp Basil (15 medium sized leaves)
1 tbsp Honey (or other sweetener of choice, such as dates, agave syrup, etc.)
1 cup Ice cubes

Instructions

Heat and prepare the oat milk and Cacao. Allow this to cool.
Cut the watermelon into small chunks. If you wish, you can also cut and put aside a triangular piece to decorate your glass/cup.
Measure the basil leaves. Again, if you wish, you an choose a nice sprig and put aside to decorate your glass/cup.
When your Cacao has cooled, add Cacao, watermelon, basil leaves and honey into a blender and mix well.
Put ice in a cocktail shaker and pour the mixture on top. Shake well.
Serve into a glass/cup. Put in a straw and decorate with the watermelon piece and basil sprig that you put aside earlier. Enjoy!