An easy Cacao Maca Latte recipe that is made with adaptogens, cocoa, coconut sugar, and sweet spices. This vegan latte is a great way to use maca powder in a recipe to gain the many health benefits from maca.

A Delicious Maca Powder Recipe
This vegan latte recipe is a great way to use maca powder and receive all the many health benefits of maca powder. It is an easy latte recipe that makes a sweet, rich, and creamy latte that is packed full of goodness.
This superfood drink is a great way to have a boost of natural energy while improving fertility and hormonal balance. A warm maca drink is the perfect caffeine-free pick-me-up for any time of the day - it is like enjoying a healthy cup of hot chocolate. This cozy drink is the boost you need!

What You Will Need To Make A Cocoa Macca Latte
This maca powder recipe has just 7 ingredients, all of which are highly nutritious and suit most dietary restrictions. For this healthy latte recipe you will need:
- Raw maca powder. Maca powder is nutient dense and offers many health benefits.
- Cacao powder. Cacao or cocoa powder for a rich, chocolatey indulgent taste.
- Coconut sugar. To add a touch of healthy sweetness.
- Ground cinnamon. This warm, sweet spice complements this superfood drink perfectly.
- Black pepper. Just a touch to bring out the goodness of this drink.
- Salt. A small pinch of salt really enhances the taste of this drink.
- Oat milk. I prefer using oat milk, but any milk alternative will work for this recipe.
What is maca?
Maca is an ancient and resilient plant in the cruciferous family (related to broccoli, kale, cabbage, etc) It is grown in the Peruvian Andes and maca powder is the powdered root of the plant. Maca is an adaptogen, which means it can be helpful in supporting hormonal, nervous, and cardiovascular systems, as well as improving libido.

How to use maca powder?
Maca has a malty and sweet flavor. It has hints of caramel and vanilla. So it is best to use maca powder in sweet creamy recipes. Maca powder is delicious added to smoothies, overnight oats, chia puddings, or milk drinks - like in this lovely Chocolate Maca Latte recipe.
The health benefits of Maca Powder
Maca powder has many proven benefits and is incredibly nutrient-dense. It contains vitamin C, copper, iron, potassium, vitamin B6, and manganese. It is also high in protein. Maca powder is highly beneficial in balancing hormones and is frequently used to aid PCOS and menopause. Maca powder can improve male and female fertility and increase libido.
This powerful powder has also been shown to reduce anxiety and improve and stabilize mood. Maca powder offers stable energy that is caffeine-free. Some studies have also shown maca powder to improve memory function and learning.

How To Make A Raw Maca Powder Latte
It is so easy to make this maca latte powder which can then be stored and used whenever you need a boost. It is just 3 easy steps to make this vegan maca latte:
- Whisk dry ingredients together. In a small bowl, whisk together the raw maca powder, cocoa powder, black pepper, coconut sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Store or use. Once the latte powder is well combined, store it in an airtight container for later use, or add 3 tbsp to a large serving mug.
- Add milk. Fill the mug with warm oat milk and stir well. Enjoy warm.
How long will a batch of chocolate maca latte mix last?
If stored in an airtight container, this maca latte mix will last for up to 3 months. The mix should be stored at room temperature and can then be enjoyed anytime you need a boost of energy and health!
MORE HEALTHY DRINK RECIPES TO TRY:
- Iced Beetroot Latte
- Oat Milk Latte
- Immune Boosting Breakfast Smoothie
- Turmeric Smoothie
- Orange & Carrot Juice
- Berry Beetroot Smoothie


Cacao Maca Latte Recipe
An easy Cacao Maca Latte recipe that is made with adaptogens, cocoa, coconut sugar, and sweet spices. This vegan latte is a great way to use maca powder in a recipe to gain the many health benefits from maca.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup maca powder
- ¾ cup cacao powder
- ⅓ cup coconut sugar
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Small pinch salt
- Oat milk for serving
Instructions
- Whisk dry ingredients together. In a small bowl, whisk together the raw maca powder, cocoa powder, black pepper, coconut sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Store or use. Once the latte powder is well combined, store it in an airtight container for later use, or add 3 tbsp to a large serving mug.
- Add milk. Fill the mug with warm oat milk and stir well. Enjoy warm.
Notes
If stored in an airtight container, this maca latte mix will last for up to 3 months.
The mix should be stored at room temperature.
The oat milk can be substituted with any other preferred milk alternative
If you give this yummy vegan Cacao Maca Latte Recipe a try, let me know what you think of it over on Instagram! 🙂