Sugar-Free Hot Chocolate with Almond Milk
You will love this rich, sugar-free hot chocolate! A Starbucks-inspired, low-calorie hot chocolate recipe that’s quick, healthy, and comforting
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any milk of your choice.
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder.
- 1-2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- 1-2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips optional.
- whipped cream light or coconut, cocoa powder, chocolate sauce, or chocolate chips. (Optional)
Instructions
Warm the Base
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, pour in the almond milk.Add maple syrup ( or your preferred sweetener) and cocoa powder.Gently whisk the mixture until smooth and combined.You’ll want it to get steamy and hot, but not boiling—this keeps the milk from scalding and preserves the soft texture of your hot chocolate
Get it Chocolatey
- Once the milk is hot, stir in the dark chocolate chips (if you’re using them).Keep whisking slowly until they melt completely and blend into the drink.
Add Vanilla
- After everything’s melted and the mixture is silky-smooth, turn off the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. It might seem like a small detail, but it will be worth it.
Taste it your Way
- Take a little sip. Too bitter? Add a touch more sweetener. Want it more chocolatey? Sprinkle in more cocoa.
Pour and Top
- Pour your mocha into your favorite mug.Optional: Top with sugar free whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a swirl of chocolate sauce if you feel like it.