Spiced Up Low Cal Hot Chocolate

Warm up your evenings with a cozy mug of Spiced Up Low Cal Hot Chocolate, a guilt-free treat bursting with bold flavors and rich, velvety textures. Made with unsweetened almond milk and cocoa powder, this low-calorie twist on a classic delivers chocolatey goodness without the extra sugar. A hint of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional cayenne pepper adds a warming, spicy kick that perfectly complements the rich cocoa base. With just 7 minutes from stovetop to mug, this quick, stovetop recipe is ideal for when you crave something indulgent yet wholesome. Top it off with a sprinkle of dark chocolate or a dollop of low-calorie whipped topping for an extra touch of decadence. Perfect for a chilly day, this spiced hot chocolate is not only easy to make but packed with flavor, making it the ultimate comforting beverage for health-conscious chocolate lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:7 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any low-calorie milk alternative)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sweetener (like stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit)
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.0625 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 square dark chocolate (85% cocoa or higher, optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons whipped topping (optional, low-calorie)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, add the almond milk and warm it over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.

Step 2

Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sweetener, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cayenne pepper (if using) until fully dissolved and smooth.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 1-2 minutes to allow the spices to infuse their flavors.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the hot chocolate into your favorite mug.

Step 6

For garnish, optionally grate a small amount of dark chocolate on top or add a dollop of low-calorie whipped topping.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful, spiced-up, low-calorie hot chocolate!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(386.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	109.4

Total Fat 8.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 257.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 4.2g	0%

Vitamin D 150.0IU	0%
Calcium 700.1mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 450.1mg	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: 48.2%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 40.7%