Hot Chocolate With Vanilla-Bean Whipped Cream

The cocoa in the recipe is a belly-fat-fighting ingredient that's packed with antioxidants and helps reduce cortisol. Use pure or unsweetened cocoa because it has more antioxidants than any other kind. 

1. Whisk the almond milk, unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until hot. 

2. Pour through a strainer.

3. In a separate bowl, add the heavy cream and seeds from the vanilla pod (slice pod open lengthwise to access seeds). 

4. Process the heavy cream and vanilla pod seeds with a stand mixer or an electric beater on high until medium peaks form. 

5. Pour the chocolate drink into cups and top with whipped cream. Serve warm.