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Low Carb Hot Chocolate

Published Feb 8, 2018 By Julia 9 CommentsThis post may contain affiliate links.

Cold days call for hot cocoa: this low carb hot chocolate recipe is keto friendly and easily made using almond milk.

Low carb hot chocolate with almond milk served in a glass topped with whipped cream
As someone who isn’t an avid coffee drinker, hot chocolate is my jam and I’ve been craving something hot and comforting for cold winter mornings. This low carb hot chocolate definitely fits the bill; it’s made with almond milk, a bit of heavy cream, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a sugar free sweetener. I love how it’s not just delicious but also keto friendly and healthy at the same time.

The texture is silky smooth and very thick, with a decadently rich and chocolate taste. It’s an easy recipe to follow and you don’t need any special equipment — just a saucepan and a whisk for stirring.

Making keto hot chocolate with almond milk and unsweetened cocoa powder in a saucepan
Mr. Savory Tooth considers himself somewhat of a hot chocolate connoisseur — he’s experimented and tried many forms of hot chocolate all over the States and also abroad. This recipe is his favorite because nothing else compares to the silkiness of hot chocolate made using almond milk with a splash of heavy cream. Other kinds of milk just don’t have the same effect.

Whisking Atkins friendly hot chocolate with almond milk, heavy whipping cream, and cocoa powder in a saucepan

Tips for the perfect low carb hot chocolate:

  • My preferred almond milk is Whole Foods’ 365 store brand for unsweetened almond milk. Don’t buy sweetened or vanilla flavored variants. Also avoid anything that isn’t strictly “almond milk,” like Trader Joe’s Almond Beverage.
  • I use 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder. For extra lusciousness (and an almost syrupy thickness at times), use 3 tablespoons.
  • Use a dry granulated sweetener. I use 3 tablespoons erythritol because it has no effect on blood sugar, insulin, mouth bacteria, or digestion. Erythritol is about 70% as sweet as sugar, so if you use sugar or any sweetener that’s equally as sweet as sugar (see your sweetener’s packaging for info on this), use only 2 tablespoons.
  • If you’re not sure how much to use for your particular sweetener, add it to taste after the hot chocolate is combined and heated through.

Overhead view of low carb hot chocolate in a glass mug topped with whipped cream and unsweetened cocoa powder
Leftovers can be covered and refrigerated. Before serving, stir and heat up in a saucepan or in the microwave.

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Low carb hot chocolate with almond milk served in a glass topped with whipped cream

Low Carb Hot Chocolate

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Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 150

DESCRIPTION

A rich and silky hot chocolate drink made using almond milk and a sugar-free sweetener. Low carb and keto friendly.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2-3 tablespoons sweetener (see post for options)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and place over medium-low heat.
  • Heat the mixture until it just starts to lightly simmer and the cocoa powder is completely absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes, whisking frequently to combine the ingredients. Monitor carefully to avoid overheating and burning the chocolate -- the mixture should be barely hot enough to simmer.
  • Turn off the heat. Stir to make sure all ingredients are well-combined, scraping up any chocolate stuck to the sides of the pan.
  • Pour the mixture into two mugs and serve.
  • Optional for a foamier drink: Pour the mixture into a blender and blend until frothy. Alternately, use an espresso machine’s frothing attachment.
  • Optional toppings: Top with whipped cream. Sprinkle cocoa powder on top.

NUTRITION

This recipe yields 3 g net carbs per serving. Nutrition information assumes erythritol is used as the sweetener, which cannot be digested by the body.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving
Calories 150  
Total Fat 14g 22%
   Saturated Fat 7g 36%
   Trans Fat 0g  
Cholesterol 34mg 11%
Sodium 290mg 12%
Potassium 70mg 2%
Total Carb 6g 2%
   Dietary Fiber 3g 13%
   Sugars 1g  
Protein 3g  
Vitamin A 19% · Vitamin C 0% · Calcium 13% · Iron 6%
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Filed Under: Low Carb & Keto Copycat Recipes, Low Carb & Keto Drinks, Low Carb & Keto Vegetarian Recipes, Under 5g Net Carbs Per Serving Tagged With: 0-30min, 6-10ingredients, almond milk, cinnamon, cocoa powder, erythritol, fall, gluten free, heavy cream, stovetop, vanilla extract, vegetarian, winter

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Angela Reiter

I am so looking forward to making this soon. Thank you.

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Melanie

Which brand of Erythritol do you use?

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Julia

I have used Anthony’s that I buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PA05Mh

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MaryKathryn

I made this tonight for my husband after he came in from working out in the cold. He said it was very, very good! Thank you for this recipe.

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1 month ago
Keli

My Erythitol has 5 grams of carbs per 1 teaspoon on the panel. How could these calculations be correct in that case?

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1 year ago
Julia

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol. Both fiber and sugar alcohols should be subtracted when calculating net carbs because they’re not digested by the body. Net Carbs = Total Carbs – Fiber – Sugar Alcohols. Read this guide for more information about low carb diets: https://www.savorytooth.com/how-to-start-low-carb-diet/

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1 year ago
Ann

Simply Divine! Thanks for the recipe !

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Julia

You’re welcome, Ann. I’m looking forward to making this again when the weather gets cooler.

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Dawn

I’ve been looking for a good almond milk hot chocolate! This is perfect.

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