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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.
Course Beverages
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
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
  • 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.