Creamy Cocoa 3 Ways

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Creamy Cocoa 3 Ways
45 min.
10
200kcal

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Indulge your senses with our Creamy Cocoa 3 Ways, a delightful treat that promises to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds! Perfectly gluten-free and ready to serve in just 45 minutes, this versatile cocoa recipe is a crowd-pleaser—ideal for family gatherings, cozy winter nights, or festive celebrations. With a rich blend of baking cocoa, creamy milk, and just the right amount of sweetness, each sip is a comforting hug in a mug.

What makes this recipe truly special is its adaptability. Choose from three enchanting variations: the classic creamy cocoa, a spiced version infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, or a luscious mocha cocoa with a hint of instant coffee. This ensures that everyone at your gathering can enjoy their perfect cup of cocoa, tailored to their unique preferences.

Imagine ladling velvety hot cocoa into mugs, watching the steam swirl upward, and topping each serving with fluffy marshmallows or a dollop of whipped cream. The aroma alone will draw everyone to the table, eager to savor the rich, chocolatey goodness. Plus, with a caloric content of just 200 kcal per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

So gather your loved ones, prepare this dreamy treat, and make memories that will linger long after the last drop is enjoyed. Whether it's a chilly evening or a festive celebration, our Creamy Cocoa 3 Ways is sure to bring smiles, warmth, and delight to every sip!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup baking cocoa 
  • quarts milk 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • 10 servings whipped cream 

Equipment

  • ladle
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Combine sugar and cocoa in a slow cooker; stir in milk. Cover and cook on low setting for 3 to 4 hours. At serving time, stir in vanilla.
  2. With a whisk or a hand mixer, carefully beat until frothy. Ladle hot cocoa into mugs.
  3. Garnish with marshmallows or whipped cream.
  4. Add one teaspoon cinnamon and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg along with the cocoa. Cover and cook as directed.
  5. Mocha Cocoa: Prepare recipe as directed. At serving time, stir 3/4 teaspoon instant coffee granules into each mug of hot cocoa; stir to mix.

Nutrition Facts

Calories200kcal
Protein13.8%
Fat34.41%
Carbs51.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.31
Glycemic Load
14.24
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.199999977713%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.79mg
Epicatechin
8.45mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:200.28kcal
10.01%
Fat:8.03g
12.35%
Saturated Fat:4.7g
29.36%
Carbohydrates:27.18g
9.06%
Net Carbohydrates:25.59g
9.31%
Sugar:24.79g
27.55%
Cholesterol:27.27mg
9.09%
Sodium:73.57mg
3.2%
Alcohol:0.45g
100%
Alcohol %:0.26%
100%
Caffeine:9.89mg
3.3%
Protein:7.24g
14.49%
Calcium:244.66mg
24.47%
Phosphorus:228.14mg
22.81%
Vitamin B12:1.04µg
17.32%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.44%
Vitamin D:2.11µg
14.04%
Magnesium:44.99mg
11.25%
Potassium:360.31mg
10.29%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.81%
Copper:0.17mg
8.37%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.45%
Vitamin B5:0.74mg
7.36%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.29%
Vitamin A:347.72IU
6.95%
Fiber:1.59g
6.36%
Selenium:4.39µg
6.26%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.17%
Iron:0.61mg
3.39%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes