Homemade low-fat hot chocolate

Warm and cosy

What's winter without indulging in a decadent mug of hot chocolate, while snuggling under cosy blankets?

Unfortunately, as yummy as this wintertime treat is, most store-bought varieties aren't exactly great for our waistline.

That's why making your own low-fat hot chocolate is the way to go. And it's so easy!

Quick homemade hot chocolate

1. Warm a mug of unsweetened almond milk (or regular low-fat or fat-free milk).

2. Whisk in two tablespoons of cocoa powder.

3. Add a packet of sweetener for taste.

For an extra health kick...

If you want to make it really decadent (and super healthy), try adding these optional extras...

• Add ¼ teaspoon of your favourite spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, etc.)

• Up your omega-3 by adding a tablespoon of ground flax.

• For some extra heat (with fat-blasting properties), add a touch of cayenne pepper or ground chillies.

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