Spiced Up Low Cal Hot Chocolate
Warm up your evenings with a cozy mug of Spiced Up Low Cal Hot Chocolate, a guilt-free treat bursting with bold flavors and rich, velvety textures. Made with unsweetened almond milk and cocoa powder, this low-calorie twist on a classic delivers chocolatey goodness without the extra sugar. A hint of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional cayenne pepper adds a warming, spicy kick that perfectly complements the rich cocoa base. With just 7 minutes from stovetop to mug, this quick, stovetop recipe is ideal for when you crave something indulgent yet wholesome. Top it off with a sprinkle of dark chocolate or a dollop of low-calorie whipped topping for an extra touch of decadence. Perfect for a chilly day, this spiced hot chocolate is not only easy to make but packed with flavor, making it the ultimate comforting beverage for health-conscious chocolate lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any low-calorie milk alternative)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sweetener (like stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit)
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.0625 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 square dark chocolate (85% cocoa or higher, optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons whipped topping (optional, low-calorie)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, add the almond milk and warm it over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sweetener, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cayenne pepper (if using) until fully dissolved and smooth.
Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 1-2 minutes to allow the spices to infuse their flavors.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the hot chocolate into your favorite mug.
For garnish, optionally grate a small amount of dark chocolate on top or add a dollop of low-calorie whipped topping.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful, spiced-up, low-calorie hot chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 258 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 700 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 450 mg | 10% | |
*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.
