Kids Coffee
Delight your little ones with a cozy cup of "Kids Coffee," a caffeine-free treat that’s perfect for mimicking grown-up coffee moments without the jitters! This quick and easy recipe combines creamy milk (or your favorite milk alternative) with a hint of unsweetened cocoa, natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup, and a dash of vanilla for a comforting, chocolatey hug in a mug. Ready in just 10 minutes, this warm beverage can be topped with fluffy whipped cream and playful chocolate sprinkles for an extra special touch. Ideal as a winter warmer or an after-school indulgence, this kid-friendly "coffee" will become a cherished family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk (or any milk alternative)
- 1 teaspoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup)
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Whipped cream (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling, about 3-4 minutes.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until it is fully dissolved.
Add the honey and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Pour the mixture into a mug.
Top with whipped cream if desired, and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for an extra fun touch.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 104 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 375 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
