Low Fat Iced Chocolate Drink
Indulge in the creamy, guilt-free decadence of this Low Fat Iced Chocolate Drink, a refreshing treat that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. Perfect for a hot day, this drink combines the rich flavor of unsweetened cocoa with the smoothness of low-fat milk, subtly sweetened with stevia or your favorite sugar substitute for a healthier twist. Infused with a touch of vanilla and blended with ice to a frothy perfection, it’s a lower-calorie version of your favorite chocolate indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving two, it’s a quick, accessible treat you can enjoy any time. Garnish with optional dark chocolate shavings for an extra touch of elegance, and you’ve got a low-fat iced chocolate masterpiece that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups Low-fat milk
- 1 tablespoon Stevia or sugar substitute
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, stevia or sugar substitute, and a pinch of salt.
Gradually whisk in about 1/4 cup of the low-fat milk to form a smooth paste. This prevents lumps from forming.
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and gradually whisk in the remaining milk.
Heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling, stirring continuously to prevent the milk from scorching.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the chocolate milk mixture cool for a few minutes, enough to prevent the ice cubes from melting too quickly.
Fill a blender with the ice cubes and the cooled chocolate milk mixture. Blend on high speed until the ice is crushed and the mixture is frothy.
Pour the iced chocolate drink into tall glasses.
Garnish with dark chocolate shavings if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious low-fat treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.1 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 380 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*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.
