Yummy Sugar Fat Free Hot Cocoa
Warm up with a cozy mug of *Yummy Sugar Fat Free Hot Cocoa*—the ultimate guilt-free treat for cold evenings or whenever a chocolate craving strikes. This easy-to-make recipe combines rich, unsweetened cocoa powder with your choice of low-fat or plant-based milk, elevated by a touch of vanilla and a pinch of salt for a perfectly balanced flavor. Sweetened with zero-calorie alternatives like Stevia or Monk Fruit, this indulgence is entirely sugar-free, making it ideal for those watching their sugar or calorie intake. Ready in just 10 minutes, this creamy and velvety hot cocoa can be customized with an optional sprinkle of cinnamon for an aromatic finish. Perfect for health-conscious chocolate lovers, it’s a delicious way to enjoy a decadent beverage without any of the guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated zero-calorie sweetener (e.g., Stevia, Erythritol, or Monk Fruit)
- 2 cups Low-fat or fat-free milk (or unsweetened plant-based milk, such as almond, soy, or oat milk)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder and zero-calorie sweetener.
2. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to combine, ensuring there are no lumps.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat the mixture, stirring constantly, until it becomes warm and steamy but not boiling (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then stir to combine.
5. Pour the hot cocoa into two mugs and garnish with a pinch of cinnamon, if desired.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your sugar-fat-free hot cocoa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 354 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 625 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 902 mg | 19% | |
*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.
