Minty Cocoa Recipe

Indulge in this refreshing and surprisingly simple Minty Cocoa Delight! Adapted from the Better Homes and Gardens New Diabetic Cookbook, this recipe offers a delicious twist on classic hot cocoa. Perfect for a cozy evening or a festive treat, the creamy cocoa is infused with the delightful coolness of peppermint. Enjoy it hot or chilled as a mocha cooler – the choice is yours! Easily customizable to your sweetness preference.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 160.5 kcal
Protein 19g
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Ingredients for Minty Cocoa

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How to Make Minty Cocoa

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup sugar substitute (or 1/3 cup sugar), 1/2 cup crushed sugar-free peppermint candies, and 3/4 cup milk.
  2. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle simmer. Do not boil.
  3. Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup milk.
  4. Heat through, stirring frequently, until warmed through but not boiling.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. For a frothy top, beat with a rotary beater until desired consistency is reached.
  7. **For Mocha Cooler:** Follow steps 1-5, omitting the peppermint candies. Increase the sugar substitute to equal 1/3 cup sugar (or use 1/3 cup sugar). Add 2-3 teaspoons instant coffee crystals along with the initial 3/4 cup milk in step 1. Serve immediately over ice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

93g

Fat

4g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Minty Cocoa?

Minty Cocoa takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Minty Cocoa?

Minty Cocoa has approximately 160.5 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Minty Cocoa?

The key ingredients for Minty Cocoa are Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Sugar Substitute, Peppermint Candies, Nonfat Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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