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“hot” hot cocoa

Serves 1

Keep even warmer this season with this unique holiday recipe made with ancho chili powder to awaken your taste buds.

“hot” hot cocoa

Ingredients

  • 1 cup 1% milk
  • 4 teaspoons Equal® Spoonful OR 2 packets Equal® sweetener
  • 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ancho chili powder*
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation

  • Slowly heat milk in a small saucepan on medium heat to simmer.
  • Combine Equal®, cocoa, chili powder, vanilla and cinnamon in a large cup. Gradually stir in milk until combined. Serve warm.
  • Ground ancho chili peppers have a mild heat and a sweet fruity flavor that will add just enough heat, but not overwhelm the cocoa.

Recipe courtesy of Chef Chris Smith, The Diabetic Chef ®. Photo by Charlie Brown/Chris Smith

Nutrition Information (per serving)

  • Calories: 131
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Fat: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg
  • Sodium: 130 mg

Exchanges

  • Reduced-Fat Dairy – 1