Candy Cane Cocoa Mix Diabetic

Indulge in the festive flavors of the holidays with this diabetic-friendly Candy Cane Cocoa Mix, a delightful and guilt-free treat for chilly winter days! Crafted with unsweetened cocoa powder, nonfat powdered milk, and erythritol, this quick-prep recipe delivers rich chocolatey goodness without the sugar. Crushed sugar-free peppermint candies add a refreshing minty twist, making it the perfect low-carb indulgence for those with dietary restrictions. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-store mix can be enjoyed anytime by simply adding boiling water or warm milk of your choice. Perfect for gifting or savoring solo, this wholesome cocoa blend will warm your heart and keep your sugar in check!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 cups Powdered milk (nonfat)
• 0.5 cup Erythritol (granular sugar substitute)
• 0.25 cup Sugar-free powdered creamer
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 6 pieces Sugar-free peppermint candies (crushed)
• 1 cup per serving Boiling water or warm milk of choice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered milk, erythritol, sugar-free powdered creamer, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

Place the sugar-free peppermint candies in a zip-top bag, and gently crush them into small pieces using a rolling pin or a heavy object. Be careful not to crush them into powder.

Step 3

Mix the crushed peppermint candies into the cocoa mixture, stirring to evenly distribute the pieces.

Step 4

Transfer the mix to an airtight container or jar for storage. The mix will keep in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.

Step 5

To prepare a serving of Candy Cane Cocoa, add 3 tablespoons of the mix to a mug. Pour 1 cup of boiling water or warm milk of your choice over the mix and stir until completely dissolved.

Step 6

Garnish with a small sugar-free peppermint stick or a dollop of whipped cream (optional) and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(640.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1051.5

Total Fat 18.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1674.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 272.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 97.8g
Protein 70.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2363.2mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 3246.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.8%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 70.8%