Hot Cocoa With Stevia

Name: Hot Cocoa With Stevia
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice); 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; Stevia to taste (start with a few drops or 1/4 teaspoon of powdered stevia); Pinch of salt; Optional add-in: scoop of protein or collagen powder

A warm, low-sugar hot cocoa made with unsweetened cocoa, almond milk and stevia, with an optional scoop of protein or collagen powder.

2 cups
Prep 5 min
Cook 5 min
Ready in 10 min

A mug of hot cocoa topped with mini marshmallows on a wooden table

Here's a recipe that I like to use when I'm craving a warm, sweet drink. Hot cocoa is also a great afternoon alternative to coffee since it contains mild natural stimulants.

This recipe is a great way to satisfy your chocolate cravings while keeping it low in sugar!

— Kristen

Ingredients

2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Stevia to taste (start with a few drops or 1/4 teaspoon of powdered stevia)
Pinch of salt
Optional add-in: scoop of protein or collagen powder

Nutrition per serving

Calories: 50
Protein: 2 g

Serving: 1 cup. Estimated from USDA values for the ingredients listed, so your numbers will vary with the brands you use.

Instructions

Heat the milk: In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
Mix the cocoa: In a separate bowl, combine the cocoa powder, stevia, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
Combine: Once the milk is warm, whisk in the cocoa mixture until fully combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Taste and adjust: Taste the hot cocoa and adjust the sweetness with more stevia if needed.
Serve: Pour the hot cocoa into mugs. Add optional toppings if desired. Sip and enjoy your healthy hot cocoa!