Recently though, while browsing the internet for a low carb milk shake recipe, I came across this blog and her Sugar Free Hot Chocolate Recipe.
My immediate thought: "Well. Gotta try that!"
Try it I did and it's fabulous. Definitely not your crazy sweet vending machine/restaurant/powdered mix hot chocolate but at 5g net carbs, it will give you what you're craving!
I can't believe I hadn't thought of using unsweetened cocoa powder for things before. I mean, duh. I do think next time I make it, I'll try a little less cocoa powder and a little more sweetener. I also definitely liked adding some whipped cream on top.
I was so excited to try this that I forgot to take a picture before I started drinking it, so this picture of a half empty, totally awesome X-Files mug will have to serve as a placeholder until I make it again. :)
Sugar Free Hot Chocolate
From On Life, Love and Low Carb Living
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
2 Tbs heavy cream
2 Tbs Hershey's unsweetened cocoa powder (I only use 1 Tbs)
2 packets Splenda (I use 3 tsp Swerve)
ground cinnamon (3 shakes)
Redi-Whip for topping
Redi-Whip for topping
Add almond milk, cream, cocoa powder, sweetener, and cinnamon to a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir ingredients with a whisk until all ingredients are incorporated evenly and you have achieved a smooth consistency. Continue to heat until small bubbles form on the surface and steam begins to rise. Transfer entire contents of saucepan to a mug and serve immediately. Enjoy!
The counts
Net Carb: 3-6g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 3g
*All counts listed are based on my best guesstimation and not necessarily correct. Remember to check the specific nutritional content of the brands you are using as each one is different.
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