Mocha Hot Cocoa
Espresso powder lends a rich dose of coffee flavor to this hot drink.
Ingredients
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4 cups fat-free milk
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee powder or instant coffee crystals
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1 tablespoon Irish cream or coffee liqueur (optional)
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1/2 cup fat-free milk (optional)
Directions
1.
In a large saucepan, whisk together the 4 cups milk, the cocoa powder, sugar, and espresso powder until combined. Heat over medium heat just until simmering, whisking occasionally. Remove from heat. If desired, stir in liqueur.
2.
Pour into mugs. If desired, for frothy topping: In a small saucepan, heat the 1/2 cup milk over low heat until warm. Transfer warm milk to a blender; cover and blend until frothy. Spoon frothy topping onto individual servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 123, Total Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 106 mg, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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