December 2019
Serving size: 1 cup; 105 calories per serving

Ingredients:

4 cups of unsweetened almond milk
¼ cup almond slices
¼ cup cocoa powder
¼ cup Splenda® sugar substitute
½ tsp coconut extract
½ cup fat free whipped cream (optional)

Preparation:

1. Sauté almonds over medium-high heat until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.

2. Combine unsweetened almond milk, cocoa powder, Splenda® sugar substitute and coconut extract. Mix with a blender or whisk until slightly foamy.

3. Pour mixture into a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

4. Serve one cup of hot chocolate in a temperature-safe cup. If desired, can add a dollop of fat free whipped cream and toasted almonds.