Cinnamon Velvet Winter Elixir
Creamy, aromatic, and gently spiced — this low-carb drink offers deep comfort without sugar, delivering cinnamon's fragrant warmth in a luxurious, frothy format.
Servings 2 (about 8 oz per serving)
Calories 140kcal
Ingredients
- Base Infusion
- 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk or blend
- 1 tbsp collagen peptides or unflavored whey protein isolate optional
- 1 medium cinnamon stick broken in half
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg or clove optional for warmth
- 2 –3 drops liquid stevia or 2 tsp granular allulose
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- 🧈 Optional Cream Finish
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter MCT oil, or coconut cream (for richness)
Instructions
- Step 1: Simmer the Base
- In a small saucepan, combine almond/coconut milk, cinnamon stick, vanilla, nutmeg, sweetener, and salt.
- Heat gently until just simmering (do not boil). Let simmer 8–10 minutes, uncovered, to infuse.
- Remove from heat. Discard cinnamon stick.
- Step 2: Blend for Froth
- Pour mixture into a blender. Add protein/collagen and optional butter or cream.
- Blend on high 20–30 seconds until frothy and silky.
- Step 3: Serve
- Pour into heat-safe mugs.
- Garnish with ground cinnamon, orange zest, or a cinnamon stick stirrer.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per 8 oz serving, with collagen + butter)
(FDA-compliant, estimated)- Calories: 140
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
- Sodium: 90 mg
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Total Carbohydrate: 3 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar Alcohols: 2 g
- Net Carbs: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
📦 Storage & Make-Ahead
- Refrigerated: 2–3 days (blend again before serving)
- Not Freezer Recommended: Separation may occur
✨ Culinary Notes
- Cinnamon supports flavor depth and heat balance in winter beverages.
- Butter or coconut cream adds luxurious mouthfeel and slows sugar absorption.
- Blending ensures froth and emulsifies fats naturally.
🛡️ Consumer Compliance Note
⚠️ Notice: This beverage contains cinnamon as a spice for flavoring purposes. For individuals with cinnamon allergies or sensitivities, use with caution. Always source high-quality culinary cinnamon (Ceylon or cassia) from a reputable supplier.
