Sugar-Free Classic Homemade Cocoa Drink

Indulge in the cozy comfort of this **Sugar-Free Classic Homemade Cocoa Drink**, a guilt-free twist on a beloved winter staple. This decadent yet wholesome recipe swaps traditional sugar for granulated erythritol, making it a perfect choice for those following a low-sugar or keto-friendly lifestyle. Crafted with rich **unsweetened cocoa powder**, creamy milk of your choice (dairy or non-dairy), and a touch of fragrant **vanilla extract**, this silky beverage is both satisfying and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. With its smooth, velvety texture and balanced sweetness, it’s the ultimate way to warm up on chilly days. Serve piping hot and customize with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream for an elevated treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)
1 cup water
2 tablespoons granulated erythritol
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
0.125 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated erythritol, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add the water to the dry mixture, stirring constantly to create a smooth paste.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue stirring until the mixture begins to simmer, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Slowly add the milk to the saucepan, continuing to stir to ensure the mixture remains smooth.

Step 5

Allow the mix to heat until it's hot but not boiling, approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Carefully pour the hot cocoa drink into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a dash of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream of choice for added flavor.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	279.4

Total Fat 11.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 40.0mg	0%
Sodium 502.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 18.2g	0%

Vitamin D 200.0IU	0%
Calcium 628.0mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 973.2mg	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: 25.8%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 56.1%