Low Carb Classic Homemade Cocoa Drink
Warm up with this irresistibly rich and creamy Low Carb Classic Homemade Cocoa Drink, a guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for cozy nights or a mid-day treat. Featuring unsweetened cocoa powder and a touch of natural sweetness from erythritol or monk fruit, this recipe delivers all the comforting flavors of traditional cocoa without the sugar overload. Enhanced with almond milk and a splash of heavy cream for velvety texture, it’s infused with aromatic vanilla and balanced by a pinch of salt for depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this keto-friendly hot chocolate can be topped with sugar-free whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings for an extra-special touch. Satisfy your chocolate cravings while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- Sugar-free whipped cream (optional for garnish)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional for garnish, low carb)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, add the unsweetened cocoa powder and erythritol or monk fruit sweetener.
Gradually whisk in the almond milk over medium heat, ensuring there are no lumps of cocoa powder and the sweetener is dissolved.
Add the heavy cream to the saucepan and continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and remains well-blended.
Reduce the heat to low and add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
Continue heating for about 2–3 minutes until the cocoa is hot, but do not let it come to a boil.
Divide the cocoa drink between two mugs.
Optionally, top with sugar-free whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your low carb cocoa moment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.4 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 449 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 863 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 364 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.
