A Cozy Collagen Hot Cacao for Women Over 50 (Your New Winter Ritual)
The healthier hot chocolate your body will thank you for.
As we head into the winter months, there’s something undeniably comforting about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of something chocolatey. Especially after shoveling, braving the cold, or simply making it through a long, busy day where your body and mind feel chilled to the bone.
As I’m writing this, we’re waiting for the first big snowfall of the season, and I can already feel that familiar craving — something warm, grounding, and just indulgent enough to feel like a treat… without sending my blood sugar (or hormones) into chaos.
And today, I want to share my secret weapon with you.
A little ritual I’ve been enjoying lately….
✨ My Collagen Hot Cacao — a velvety, nourishing, better-for-you winter drink that supports your skin, joints, digestion, and hormones.
Think of this as a girlfriend passing you her best-kept secret.
Because you deserve a delicious chocolate moment that actually loves you back.
Why I Started Drinking This (And Why You Might Want To, Too)
When I started working with my functional medicine doctor last spring, I had to temporarily eliminate coffee because of mold issues. (I now drink mold free coffee.) I missed the comfort of a warm morning drink, and I needed something that felt satisfying — not just a placeholder.
So I experimented.
I played with cacao, collagen, cinnamon, almond milk… and eventually landed on this simple but deeply nourishing recipe.
It became my staple.
My morning hug in a mug.
Now it’s my cold weather treat.
And now?
I want it to become yours.
Why This Hot Cacao Is Perfect for Women Over 50
As a health coach working with women in midlife, I’m always looking for small, doable habits that create big ripple effects.
This one checks all the boxes:
Supports skin elasticity (yes, fewer fine lines over time)
Nourishes joints, tendons, ligaments, and bones
Eases the nervous system (magnesium + warm comfort = calm mind)
Helps stabilize blood sugar (pure cacao + cinnamon is a powerful combo)
Gentle on digestion
Feels like a treat without the crash
Let's break down why.
The Benefits Inside Your Mug
1. Collagen — Your Midlife Glow Booster Pure Cacao — Antioxidants + Mood Support
I personally use and recommend Thorne’s Collagen Fit, because it’s clean, high quality, and specifically supportive for women over 50.
Consistent use supports:
Skin elasticity + hydration
Stronger hair and nails
Bone density
Joint comfort and mobility
Tendon and ligament health (so important as we age)
And unlike trendy collagen blends full of fillers and sugars, this one is pure and well-absorbed.
This is my affiliate link — and I only recommend what I use myself.
2. Pure Cacao — Antioxidants + Mood Support
Cacao isn’t the same as cocoa.
Cacao is less processed, higher in antioxidants, and naturally rich in magnesium — a mineral most women over 50 don’t get enough of.
Cacao may support:
Heart health
Blood sugar regulation
Lower inflammation
Better mood and stress response
Hormonal balance
And let’s be honest — it tastes decadent in the best way.
3. Cinnamon — A Sweet, Blood-Sugar-Friendly Helper
Cinnamon gives warmth and depth, but it also helps reduce blood sugar spikes — especially helpful in midlife when insulin sensitivity naturally changes.
4. Almond Milk — Creamy + Gentle on Digestion
You can use any milk you like, but unsweetened almond milk keeps it:
Dairy-free (good for women who bloat easily)
Light
Silky without heaviness
The Recipe: My Collagen Hot Cacao
Ingredients:
1 ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of your choice)
2–3 heaping tablespoons pure cacao
2 dashes cinnamon
¼ tsp sea salt
Dash of pure vanilla extract
3–5 drops pure stevia
1 scoop collagen (I use Thorne Collagen Fit — add just before simmering)
Instructions:
Warm your almond milk on the stove over medium heat.
Add cacao, cinnamon, salt, vanilla, and stevia.
Whisk slowly until smooth and steaming.
Stir in your collagen until fully dissolved.
Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy the coziest moment of your day.
Pro tip:
Use a whisk or handheld frother for extra creaminess.
Why This Recipe Matters (Especially in Midlife)
As women in our 50s and beyond, our nutritional needs shift.
We need more protein, more minerals, more nourishment — but we also crave ease, warmth, and comfort.
This recipe gives you both.
It's simple, cozy, and deeply supportive for hormones, joints, skin, and the nervous system.
Tiny rituals like this add up.
They create a sense of grounding in a season that can feel chaotic.
They help your body feel safe enough to thrive.
And they remind you that caring for yourself doesn’t need to be complicated.
If You Try This Recipe…
Send me a message and let me know!
I love hearing how you personalize it — some women add chili powder, others add a bit of peppermint, and some even blend it with a scoop of protein.
You deserve moments of warmth and nourishment this winter.
Let this be one of them.
