Christmas Cocoa

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Christmas Cocoa
15 min.
6
220kcal

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As the holiday season approaches, there's nothing quite like a warm cup of Christmas Cocoa to bring comfort and joy to your gatherings. This delightful beverage is not only gluten-free but also incredibly easy to whip up in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect addition to your festive celebrations. Imagine the rich aroma of unsweetened cocoa mingling with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a cozy atmosphere that invites everyone to gather around.

This recipe serves six, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. Each cup is a luscious blend of creamy milk and sweet marshmallow crème, ensuring that every sip is a delightful treat. With only 220 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt, allowing you to enjoy the festive spirit to the fullest.

Whether you're hosting a holiday party, cozying up by the fireplace, or simply looking for a sweet way to celebrate the season, this Christmas Cocoa is sure to be a hit. So grab your saucepan and let the magic of the holidays fill your kitchen with warmth and cheer. Your loved ones will thank you for this deliciously comforting drink that captures the essence of Christmas in every cup!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cups milk 
  • 0.8 cup marshmallow creme 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat sugar, cocoa, water, cinnamon and nutmeg over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth.
  2. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Stir in milk.
  4. Heat over low heat.
  5. Pour cocoa into 6 mugs. Top each with 2 tablespoons marshmallow creme.

Nutrition Facts

Calories220kcal
Protein10.25%
Fat22.05%
Carbs67.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.52
Glycemic Load
14.54
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.9547826314912%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.32mg
Epicatechin
7.04mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:219.68kcal
10.98%
Fat:5.78g
8.9%
Saturated Fat:3.34g
20.86%
Carbohydrates:39.94g
13.31%
Net Carbohydrates:38.51g
14%
Sugar:34.31g
38.12%
Cholesterol:19.52mg
6.51%
Sodium:63.42mg
2.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:8.24mg
2.75%
Protein:6.05g
12.1%
Calcium:207.05mg
20.71%
Phosphorus:190.88mg
19.09%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.64%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.91%
Vitamin D:1.79µg
11.93%
Magnesium:37.78mg
9.45%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.81%
Potassium:299.81mg
8.57%
Copper:0.14mg
7.11%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.28%
Vitamin B5:0.62mg
6.16%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.13%
Fiber:1.43g
5.73%
Selenium:3.71µg
5.3%
Vitamin A:264.1IU
5.28%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.19%
Iron:0.52mg
2.9%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.26%