Thursday, April 19, 2012

Homemade Hot Chocolate (Dairy free)

I love hot chocolate.  Since I am trying to watch my dairy intake because I am breastfeeding, I have been making my own hot chocolate.  Of course you can modify it based on your tastes, but here is my recipe!


Ingredients:
1 1/2 c. Almond milk- I used store bought
2 tsp. Cocoa
6-8 drops vanilla stevia
dash of cayenne pepper (optional)

Step 1: pour milk into a mug and heat in microwave on high for 2 1/2 minutes.  You could instead do part water and part milk depending on your liking.  I prefer mine creamy and thick and like it all milk; however there are times I will do 3/4 milk, 1/4 water if I'm low on milk or trying to conserve.

Step 2: add cocoa and mix well.

Step 3: add 6 drops vanilla stevia.  Add more or less to your liking.  I don't like my drinks too sweet, so I stick with 6 drops.  Also play with other flavors.  I'm not sure what flavors are all available, but I know there is a variety- raspberry, or peppermint ight be good.  Add a dash of cayenne if you like a little kick.  ENJOY!!

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