Creamy Calming Cashew Cacao
This recipe is ideal for slowing down, softening the nervous system, and returning to centre. The gentle richness of cashews, the grounding comfort of Ritual Cacao, and the aromatic hug of cardamom make this drink a perfect pause in your day.
Whole natural cashews give this drink its luxurious mouthfeel, without the need for any artificial thickeners. Cashews are rich in healthy fats and magnesium, known to help regulate mood and support calm. When blended with Ritual Cacao, medjool dates, and warm spices, the result is a nurturing, velvety potion - one that feels as good as it tastes! Created by Georgie from @littleplough.kitchen
How much cacao to drink?
When getting to know ceremonial-grade cacao, our best advice is to experiment and discover what feels right in your body.
We recommend the following as a guide:
DAILY DOSE
If drinking cacao daily, a dose of anywhere from 10g to a maximum 25g.
SHAMANIC DOSE
If you are journeying with cacao, 42g is a shamanic dose.
RECIPE: For 1 person
Vegetarian & Gluten Free
Ingredients
15g Ritual Cacao
280ml Milk of your choice; Almond, Oat or Full Fat Dairy Milk
5 Whole Natural Cashews (unroasted)
1 Medjool Date (pitted)
Seeds from 2 Cardamom Pods
½ tsp Vanilla Extract (optional)
Pinch of Sea Salt (Maldon or similar)
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender: Ritual Cacao, milk, cashews, date, cardamom seeds, vanilla (if using), and salt.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Pour the mixture into a small saucepan and gently heat on low, stirring occasionally, until warm but not boiling.
Pour into your favourite Ritual Cup. Sip slowly and savour the silkiness.
Optional Additions & Tips
To elevate the texture, blend again just before serving to create a frothy top.
Perfect for afternoon pauses, bedtime wind-downs, or whenever your nervous system needs a loving reset.
With thanks to:
We’re so grateful to share this beautiful cacao recipe with our community. This recipe was created by @littleplough.kitchen, inspired by a post from @ellenikatalanos.