Description
A cozy, low-fat hot chocolate recipe that balances flavor and nutrition, perfect for chilly nights and quick family treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup non-dairy milk (oat, almond, or soy)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- Sweetener to taste (monk fruit, stevia, honey)
- 1 splash of vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon of non-dairy milk over medium heat to create a smooth paste.
- Add the remaining non-dairy milk and stir until the mixture is heated through and the cocoa is fully dissolved.
- If desired, add sweetener and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
- Pour into a mug and enjoy!
Notes
For a thicker hot chocolate, consider whisking in a small amount of cornstarch or nut butter. Adjust sweetness gradually to avoid over-sweetening.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg