This Low Calorie Chocolate Milk recipe blends the rich flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder with the creamy goodness of almond milk. Make your own chocolate milk from scratch, with less sugar and a short ingredient list!
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This low calorie chocolate milk is made with a simple mix of unsweetened cocoa powder and almond milk, a great way to bring you the perfect blend of rich and creamy chocolate flavor with fewer calories.
No need for fancy ingredients or complicated steps. Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? This is your everyday chocolate milk upgrade.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Get ready to bring back those childhood memories and fall in love with chocolate milk all over again. No more glass of milk with chocolate syrup or a chocolate powder mix in, we're using no artificial sweeteners, unwanted additives or high amounts of sugar, only simple ingredients.
Making a glass of chocolate milk is ridiculously easy, you'll be coming back to this homemade chocolate milk recipe over and over to cure that chocolate fix.
Ingredients You Need
- Unsweetened almond milk: Creamy and light, almond milk forms the base of the chocolate milk, providing a low calorie alternative to traditional milk.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: Adds that rich, chocolatey flavor without the extra calories.
- Calorie free sweetener: Stevia or monk fruit are good options without the added sugar.
- Vanilla extract: Rounds out the taste for an extra layer of deliciousness.
- Ice cubes (optional): If you prefer your chocolate milk with ice cubes.
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How To Make Chocolate Milk From Scratch
Step 1. Create cocoa paste: Mix unsweetened cocoa powder with a bit of warm water, forming a smooth paste to prevent lumps.
Step 2. Warm almond milk: Heat unsweetened almond milk until warm (not boiling), either in the microwave or on the stovetop for 1-2 minutes.
Step 3. Combine cocoa paste and milk: Stir the cocoa paste into the warm almond milk until fully dissolved.
Step 4. Add sweetener: Add your desired amount of sweetener.
Step 4. Vanilla boost: Enhance the flavor with vanilla extract (optional).
Step 5. Chill (optional): Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, refrigerate until cold, or add ice cubes directly to the glass.
Step 6. Stir and enjoy: Give it a good stir before serving to make sure all the ingredients are well mixed.
NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!
Tips
- For the best results when creating the cocoa paste, make sure to mix it with a small amount of warm water to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference.
- The addition of vanilla extract is optional but adds a delightful twist.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate Milk
Yes, you can store any leftover chocolate milk in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Typically, it's best to drink it within 2-3 days.
Freezing is not recommended because it can alter the texture and taste of the almond milk.
Yes, if you prefer a less sweet chocolate milk, you can skip the sweetener altogether.
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute almond milk with another low-calorie dairy milk. Lowfat milk is a great option.
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Low Calorie Chocolate Milk
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any other low-calorie milk
- 2 teaspoons granulated sweetener
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- Ice cubes optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the unsweetened cocoa powder with a small amount of warm water (about 1-2 tablespoons) to create a smooth paste. This helps prevent lumps in your chocolate milk.
- In a separate container, heat the almond milk in the microwave or on the stovetop until it's warm but not boiling. You can heat it for about 1-2 minutes in the microwave, stirring halfway through.
- Add the cocoa paste to the warm almond milk and stir until the cocoa is fully dissolved.
- Add the sweetener to taste. Ddd a splash of vanilla extract. Stir well.
- Let the chocolate milk cool down to room temperature and then refrigerate it until it's cold or add ice cubes directly to the glass before serving.
Notes
- For the best results when creating the cocoa paste, make sure to mix it with a small amount of warm water to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference.
- The addition of vanilla extract is optional but adds a delightful twist.
- Storing: Yes, you can store any leftover chocolate milk in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Typically, it's best to drink it within 2-3 days.
- Freezing: Freezing is not recommended because it can alter the texture and taste of the almond milk.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
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