PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE

INGREDIENTS:

HOT CHOCOLATE

1 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup heavy cream (can use coconut milk for dairy-free)
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1 to 2 tbsp Swerve Confectioners (depending on how sweet you like it)
1/2 tsp peppermint extract (or vanilla, or orange, or any extract your little heart might fancy)

GARNISH

1/4 cup whipping cream
1 tsp Swerve Confectioners
1/2 tsp cocoa powder

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Servings: 2

Calories: 350

Total Fat: 35g

Cholesterol: 120mg

Sodium: 140mg

Total Carbs: 18g

Dietary Fiber: 3g

Sugar: 3g

Protein: 3g

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine almond milk, cream or coconut milk, cocoa powder and confectioner’s Swerve. Bring to just a simmer, whisking frequently to combine.

Step 2

Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract. Divide between two mugs.

Step 3

For the garnish, combine whipping cream and confectioner’s Swerve in a medium bowl. Beat until medium peaks form. Dollop over hot chocolate and sprinkle with cocoa powder.

Makes about 2 servings.