Description
A cozy and healthy hot chocolate made with unsweetened almond milk, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate. This low-fat, naturally sweetened drink is perfect for warming up on chilly nights and can be easily customized to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice; 2% recommended)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tablespoon pure maple syrup (plus additional to taste)
- Tiny pinch of kosher salt (or sea salt)
- 1 tablespoon chopped dark chocolate (or chocolate chips)
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For Serving
- Shaved dark chocolate or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: In a small saucepan, gently heat the almond milk over medium-low heat until it reaches just a simmer, making sure it does not boil.
- Mix Cocoa and Sweetener: Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder, pure maple syrup, and a tiny pinch of salt until well combined and smooth.
- Add Chocolate and Vanilla: Stir in the chopped dark chocolate and pure vanilla extract, continuing to whisk as the chocolate melts and blends smoothly into the milk.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the hot chocolate and add more maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter drink.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and top with shaved dark chocolate or chocolate chips for an extra touch of indulgence.
Notes
- This recipe creates a sweet and creamy healthy hot chocolate that’s lower in fat than traditional versions.
- It’s perfect for chilly evenings when you need a comforting drink.
- The preparation and cooking take just 5 minutes total, making it quick and easy to enjoy.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice for different flavors and textures.
- Adjust the level of sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
